Cohesive Devices - Exercise

When you prefer not to delve into a particular topic, using following expressions can convey your intention while keeping the conversation light and respectful. These phrases are useful for navigating delicate matters with tact and creativity.

Let’s not open that can of worms.
"I’d rather not open that can of worms right now."

That’s a bit of a Pandora’s box.
"That’s a bit of a Pandora’s box; let’s steer clear."

Let’s not go down that rabbit hole.
"Let’s not go down that rabbit hole today."

I’d rather not dive into those waters.
"I’d rather not dive into those waters, if you don’t mind."

Let’s avoid that minefield.
"Let’s avoid that minefield for now."

That’s a can of worms I’d rather not open.
"That’s a can of worms I’d rather not open."

I’d prefer to steer clear of that topic.
"I’d prefer to steer clear of that topic, thanks."

I think that’s best left alone.
"I think that’s best left alone for now."

Let’s not touch that with a ten-foot pole.
"Let’s not touch that with a ten-foot pole."

That’s a hornet’s nest I’d rather not disturb.
"That’s a hornet’s nest I’d rather not disturb."

Let’s not go there.
"Let’s not go there, if that’s okay with you."

I’d rather not wade into those waters.
"I’d rather not wade into those waters today."

That’s a bridge we shouldn’t cross.
"That’s a bridge we shouldn’t cross right now."

I’d rather not get entangled in that.
"I’d rather not get entangled in that issue."

Let’s leave that sleeping dog lie.
"Let’s leave that sleeping dog lie for the time being."