put behind one

put something behind one

Fig. to try to forget about something. I look forward to putting all my problems behind me. She will be happier when all this can be put behind her.

put behind one

1. Try to forget, make an effort not to be bothered by, as in He had to put that failed negotiation behind him and make a fresh start. [Mid-1800s]

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Kazue	kah-zoo-e	Japanese
Hirah	-	Biblical
Lauretta	-	Italian
Fairy	['fɛəri]
Natsuko	nah-tsoo-ko	Japanese
Krysia	KRI-shah	Polish