English idiom · neutral · spoken & written · BrE & AmE

go with the flow: meaning and examples

go with the flow means accept a situation instead of trying to control it.

Memory hook: Build a clear mental picture from “go with the flow” and connect it to this meaning: accept a situation instead of trying to control it.

How to use “go with the flow”

Common mistake: Treat “go with the flow” as a fixed expression. Notice its exact word order in the examples.

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This expression belongs to Lesson 17, where you can compare it with other idioms about nature and practise it interactively.

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