puts to bed
Finishes the issue
To put something to bed is to finish it or settle it conclusively.
A newspaper editor puts an issue to bed when it's ready for printing.
You put a matter to bed by resolving it: Let's put this argument to bed once and for all.
The phrase draws on the sense of finality in tucking someone in for the night—the day's activity is done.
- closureSense of emotional resolution
- case closedMatter finally resolved
- restCessation of activity
- lullabySoothing song for babies
- cradleRocking bed for infants
tuck in · finalize · finish · dismiss · resolve · lay to rest · slumber · wrap-up · tuck-in · settle · settle down · accomplish · snooze · hit the hay · call it a night · lights out · conclusion · end