Skip it

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phrase

Ignore it, do not bother giving it attention or effort.

If the next task is too difficult, just skip it and move on.
Visual representation of "skip it" - Ignore it, do not bother giving it attention or effort

Often appears as...

  • skip it for now
  • better skip it

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Colloquial Use

Common in casual conversation, but too informal for official or serious contexts.

Illustration for Colloquial Use
This book isn't helping—skip it and find another one.
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Not Worthwhile

Used to suggest something isn't worth your time or effort.

Illustration for Not Worthwhile
The introduction is just the author's ramblings—skip it.
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Expressing Priority

Indicates prioritizing more important tasks or topics.

Illustration for Expressing Priority
We're short on time, so skip it and cover the main points.
Visual representation of the word "Skip it"

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