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UKdown the road
/dˌaʊn ðə ɹˈəʊd/
/dˌaʊn ðə ɹˈoʊd/down the road
[PHRASE]
What is the origin of the idiom "down the road" and when to use it?
The idiom "down the road" originated from the literal sense of traveling or moving along a road or path. It is commonly used to refer to future events or consequences that will occur at a later time or in the future. It is used when talking about things that will happen in the future. It can also be used to discuss the consequences of a decision or action, or when talking about future plans or expectations.
Examples
1. The old man was driving along the road at a snail's pace.
2. Let's not kick the can down the road on this issue, we need to make a decision now.
3. If we continue to kick the can down the road on this problem, it will only get worse in the long run.
4. The previous administration kicked the can down the road on climate change, and now we're facing the consequences.
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