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Go on your merry way Meaning in English

expression

GOH on yer MER-ee WAY
guh-OHN yaw MER-ee WAY

Definition

To leave and continue what you were doing, usually in a carefree, cheerful manner. Sometimes used to suggest someone should move along and not worry.

Usage & Nuances

This phrase is informal and often gently humorous or slightly dismissive. Commonly used to suggest that someone should move along, especially if they are not needed or involved. Pairs with phrases like 'let him go on his merry way.' May be used sincerely or sarcastically.

Example Sentences

After helping us, he decided to go on his merry way.

basic

You can finish your coffee and go on your merry way.

basic

When the lesson ended, the students went on their merry way.

basic

If you’re done here, you can just go on your merry way.

natural

He gave me a quick smile and went on his merry way without a care.

natural

Don’t worry about me—I’ll just go on my merry way.

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