# not the end of the world

idiom

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/not-the-end-of-the-world
Updated: 2026-08-10

## Meaning

(It's of) minor importance, at least not as important as it first seemed.

## Examples

- Missing the bus is not the end of the world.
- You failed the test, but do not worry because it is not the end of the world.
- Although the project suffered a significant setback, the manager reminded the team that it was not the end of the world.

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