Cross that bridge when you come to it

Pro Tip 1/3

Future Uncertainty

Use when an outcome is uncertain and you prefer to wait before taking action or worrying.

If we don't get the funding, we'll cross that bridge when we come to it.

Pro Tip 2/3

Not Immediate

Suggests that the issue isn't urgent and can be dealt with at a later time.

We might run out of supplies, but let's cross that bridge when we come to it.

Pro Tip 3/3

Emotional Relief

Can be used to calm someone who is worrying unnecessarily about a future problem.

Don't stress about the move now; we'll cross that bridge when we come to it.