Phrases Phrases for Handling Awkward Situations

Let's just move on.

B2

Meaning

To change the subject to avoid further awkwardness.

Example sentences

John: 'That was a really awkward moment with Alice earlier.'<br>

Alice: 'Let's just move on. It's not worth dwelling on.'

John: 'Let's just move on to the next item on the agenda.'

Alice: 'I'm so sorry, I didn't mean to say that about your shoes.'<br>