don’t cry over spilled milk

(proverb) don’t get upset about small things that have no importance

Example Sentences:

A: I missed my bus! I’m so angry!
B: Hey, don’t cry over spilled milk. Another bus will come along soon.

I know you feel bad about failing that test, but you really shouldn’t cry over spilled milk. I’m sure you’ll do better on the next one.

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dont cry over spilled milk

Similar idioms:

  1. under the weather
  2. rub salt into the wound

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