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Meaning/Usage
: To do things as other people are doing it because it is easier to do; to not go against the common way of doing things
Explanation
: Rowing up the river is very difficult to do. If you go with the flow, you are following the path of the least resistance.
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Why do you do everything differently? You should just
go with the flow
.
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If you don't know where the shuttle is, just
go with the flow
. Everyone is going in that direction.
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If you don't want to stand out,
go with the flow
.
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A:
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I got a speeding ticket. Do you think I should go to court to fight it?
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B:
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What are you going to tell the judge?
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A:
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That I was basically
going with the flow
.
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B:
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That's not going to work. I would just pay the fine.
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Other Common Sentences
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Do it like everyone else does it.
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If you're unsure how to do it, see how everyone else is doing it.
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The best way not to stand out is to blend in with everyone.
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