going with the flow
idiomUK /ˌɡəʊɪŋ wɪð ðə ˈfləʊ/
US /ˌɡoʊɪŋ wɪð ðə ˈfloʊ/
Letting things happen without trying to change them.
When the rain started, we went with the flow and stayed inside to play games.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Doing what everyone else is doing instead of deciding for yourself.
He didn't really care where we ate, so he just went with the flow and joined the group.
3. Following the natural direction of a river or current.
The little boat went with the flow of the river all the way to the bridge.
4. Staying calm and not fighting a situation you cannot control.
When the bus was late, she went with the flow and read her book.