Select the most appropriate meaning of the highlighted idiom in the given sentence.
Nancy held a grudge against her teacher for a long time, but she finally decided to let bygones be bygones.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Ignore the past.
- "To let bygones be bygones" means to forgive past offenses or grievances and move on without holding onto resentment.
- It implies a willingness to overlook or ignore past conflicts or grievances in order to maintain peace or harmony.