The train was late, but it is just one of those things.
one of those things
idiomAn unfortunate, but unavoidable, event.
I missed my flight because of the heavy traffic, but I suppose it is just one of those things.
Despite our meticulous planning, the sudden storm ruined the outdoor event, yet we accepted it as one of those things that simply cannot be controlled.
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all things considered
Generally speaking; in terms of the big picture.
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all things to all people
Someone or something that entirely satisfies the expectations of everyone, no matter how diverse and conflicting those expectations may be.
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as best one can
In the best possible way, given one's circumstances and abilities.
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as far as one knows
To the best of one's knowledge, as far as someone knows or possible information to be gathered about the topic, subject, aspect, or situation.
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back to square one
Located back at the start, as after a dead end or failure.
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beat as one
To share the same feelings.
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become one flesh
To join together in marriage; to develop a unifying bond as a result of marrying.
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bite off more than one can chew
To try to do too much; to take on or attempt more than one is capable of doing.