Phrase

die Kirche im Dorf lassen

Based on: Dorf, Kirche, lassen
1.

keeping things in perspective, not exaggerating

Examples
  • Wir sollten die Kirche im Dorf lassen und nicht wegen eines kleinen Fehlers in Panik geraten.
  • We should keep things in perspective and not panic over a small mistake.

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How many meanings does the German word 'die Kirche im Dorf lassen' have?

die Kirche im Dorf lassen has 1 distinct meaning: 1. keeping things in perspective, not exaggerating.

What is 'die Kirche im Dorf lassen' related to?

The word 'die Kirche im Dorf lassen' is related to Dorf, Kirche and lassen.

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