Meanings
From informal instances of sports, in which a foul is a formal violation of the rules.
How to pronounce "no harm, no foul":
AU
Although technically a breach of some code or law may have occurred, there was no actual damage meriting punishment, apology or retribution.
Example Sentences
1
I accidentally bumped into my friend, but he wasn't hurt, so no harm, no foul.
2
I borrowed my sister's sweater without asking, but she wasn't upset about it, so no harm, no foul.
3
My coworker forgot to lock the office door, but nothing was stolen, so no harm, no foul.
4
I made a mistake in the report, but my boss didn't notice, so no harm, no foul.
5
We were playing a game and I bumped into my teammate, but we still won, so no harm, no foul.
