can wait
The phrase "can wait" is often used to indicate that something is not urgent and can be postponed without any immediate issues.
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Definition
B1General
(informal)Indicates that something is not urgent and can be postponed without causing problems.
Example
- The report can wait until tomorrow.
- Don't worry about the dishes; they can wait.
B2Sarcastic
(informal, sarcastic)A response to dismiss an urgent concern, implying it is not important.
Example
- You think your meeting is important? Yeah, that can wait.
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