(It) couldn't be helped.

(It) couldn't be helped.
(It) can't be helped. & (It) couldn't be helped.
Nothing can be done to help the situation.; The situation could not have been avoided. •

John: The accident has blocked traffic in two directions. Jane: It can't be helped. They have to get the people out of the cars and send them to the hospital.

Bill: My goodness, the lawn looks dead! Sue: It can't be helped. There's no rain and water is rationed.

John: I'm sorry I broke your figurine. Sue: It couldn't be helped. John: I'll replace it. Sue: That would be nice.

Bill: I'm sorry I'm late. I hope it didn't mess things up. Bob: It can't be helped.


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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