forget about
Stop thinking about something — put it out of your mind.
Meanings
To fail to remember something or someone.
"I completely forgot about our meeting — I'm so sorry!"
To deliberately stop thinking about or worrying about something.
"Forget about the exam — there's nothing you can do now, so try to relax."
"Forget about it."
— Donnie Brasco (film, 1997) — the phrase is central to the film's theme
To abandon a plan or idea because it is no longer feasible or relevant.
"Forget about buying a house this year — prices are way too high."
Very common in everyday speech. Can be used as a command ('Forget about it!') to tell someone to stop worrying or to dismiss a request. In American English, especially New York slang, 'Forget about it!' (or 'Fuggedaboutit!') is also used to mean something is outstanding or impossible.
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