Meanings
How to pronounce "let sleeping dogs lie":
AU
To leave things as they are; especially, to avoid restarting or rekindling an old argument; to leave disagreements in the past.
Example: "Eventually, they decided it would be best to let sleeping dogs lie and not discuss the matter any further."
Example Sentences
1
I told him not to bring up the topic during dinner, as it's best to let sleeping dogs lie.
2
She decided not to confront her coworker about the mistake and chose to let sleeping dogs lie.
3
The siblings agreed to let sleeping dogs lie and not discuss their childhood conflicts.
4
After the argument, they both agreed to let sleeping dogs lie and move on with their friendship.
5
He knew it was better to let sleeping dogs lie rather than risk reopening old wounds.
