Blow over

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phrasal verb

If a problem or unpleasant situation blows over, people stop talking about it and it is forgotten.

I'll wait a few days until the scandal has blown over
Visual representation of "blow over" - If a problem or unpleasant situation blows over, people stop talking about it and it is forgotten

Often appears as...

  • let the situation blow over
  • wait until it blows over
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Temporary Issue

Used when a problem is expected to resolve without serious consequences.

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Don't worry, this misunderstanding will blow over soon.
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Patience Suggested

Implies that one should wait for an issue to resolve itself over time.

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Just lay low and let it blow over.
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Public Attention

Refers to events or scandals receiving widespread public attention that will fade.

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The news cycle moves fast, your mistake will blow over by next week.
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