chalk (something) up to experience



chalk (something) up to experience

To regard a bad situation, action, or outcome as a learning experience rather than dwelling on its negative impact. I know you're upset about failing your exam, but just chalk it up to experience and try harder next time!
See also: chalk, experience, up

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Adalfarus-Ancient Germanic (Latinized)
Darshan-Indian, Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, Kannada
Davina[də'vi:nə]
ElŽBieta-Lithuanian
ColmÁN-Irish
Felipa[fe'li:pa:]