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Come out in the wash
An Afghan man washes a horse. Photo: Mohammad Ismail/ Reuters
Today's Phrase
The first meaning of the phrase is 'everything will be OK', when talking about a problem.
Examples:
A: I'm really worried about the problem with my neighbour.
B: Don't worry. It will all come out in the wash. Just relax.
B: Don't worry. It will all come out in the wash. Just relax.
A: I'm so stressed! I'm really worried about my exam... and I'm moving house this weekend! Too much to do.
B: It's OK, it will all come out in the wash. Just focus on one thing at a time.
B: It's OK, it will all come out in the wash. Just focus on one thing at a time.
Second meaning
The phrase it will all come out in the wash can also be used to mean 'the truth about something will become clear over time'.
Example:
A: No one knows why Martin left his job so suddenly. What happened?
B: I don't know either. But I'm sure it will all come out in the wash!
B: I don't know either. But I'm sure it will all come out in the wash!
Interesting fact
Horses have a long relationship with humans. Around 50,000 years ago, they were herded for meat, skins and possibly for milk. Evidence suggests that they were first used for farming and transport about 5,000 years ago - more recently than many other farm animals including goats, sheep and cattle.