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覆水盆に返らず

what's done is done; it is no use crying over spilt milk; spilt water won't go back into its tray

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Meaning

  1. exp
    what's done is done; it is no use crying over spilt milk; spilt water won't go back into its tray

Example sentences

  • The proverb says that what is done cannot be undone.

  • What is done cannot be undone.