Chalk up to experience Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To accept a mistake, failure, or loss as a learning opportunity, rather than getting upset by it.
Usage & Nuances
Informal, often used to encourage a positive attitude after a setback. Most common in everyday speech; rarely used in formal writing. Means to accept loss as a lesson, not to blame oneself. Similar: 'live and learn'.
Example Sentences
I made a mistake at work, but I just chalked it up to experience.
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We lost the game, but the coach told us to chalk it up to experience.
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When the plan failed, they decided to chalk it up to experience and try again.
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It was a terrible date, but I’ll just chalk it up to experience and move on.
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Don’t feel bad about losing your first client—just chalk it up to experience.
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Whenever something goes wrong, I try to chalk it up to experience rather than dwelling on it.
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