Let the Chips Fall Where They May.
English
idiom
Accept the outcome, whatever it may be.
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Accept the outcome, whatever it may be.
Trusted by1.5M+English learners & teachers worldwide
To accept whatever outcome happens without trying to control or influence it.
When you let the chips fall where they may, you take action and then accept the result, whatever it turns out to be.
It's used when someone decides to stop worrying about the outcome and just move forward.
"Whatever Will Be, Will Be"
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A fatalistic belief that the future is already decided and can't be changed
"Go with the Flow"
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Accepting situations as they come without resistance or planning
"Let the Chips Fall Where They May"
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Taking action and accepting whatever outcome follows without trying to control it
Are you sure you want to raise this issue with the director directly?
It needs to be said — let the chips fall where they may.
What if telling him the truth damages your friendship?
I'm going to be honest and let the chips fall where they may.
Aren't you worried about how the board will react to your proposal?
A bit — but I believe in it, so I'll present it and let the chips fall where they may.
