take something as it comes
To accept and deal with something (an event, etc.) as it occurs, with a composed state of mind.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“I do not worry about the future; I just take each day as it comes.”
“Since we do not know if the flight will be delayed, we will just have to take things as they come.”
“Rather than obsessing over the unpredictable nature of his new career, he resolved to remain calm and take every challenge as it comes.”
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a little of something goes a long way
Only a small amount of something is usually required to produce a great effect.
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appetite comes with eating
Starting an activity increases one's desire to continue it.
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as they come
As it is possible to be.
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be taken ill
To become ill.
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blow to kingdom come
To totally destroy (something); to annihilate or wipe out (something).
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burn that bridge when one comes to it
To anticipate dealing with a problem or situation either by acting in a manner that alienates or cuts ties with others, or merely with the expectation of encountering trouble.
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chalk something up to experience
To take a lesson from a bad outcome instead of grieving it.
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Christmas come early
Something very delightful or fortunate that is happening or has happened, especially earlier than expected.
Last updated August 10, 2026