time works wonders

time works wonders

As time passes, many different issues or problems tend to be resolved or alleviated. I know it's hard to think you'll ever stop grieving, but time works wonders. I'm sure they'll forget all about your little faux pas. Time works wonders in that way.
See also: time, wonder, work
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

Time works wonders.

Prov. The passing of time can resolve many problems. I thought I would never forgive my ex-husband for leaving me, but now, ten years later, I feel pretty well disposed toward him. Time works wonders. You'll change your mind eventually. Time works wonders.
See also: time, wonder, work
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • (it's) time to run
  • (it's) time to push along
  • (it's) time to hit the road
  • (it's) (a)bout time
  • about time
  • any time means no time
  • against time
  • against the clock
  • any time
  • anytime
References in periodicals archive
Setting expectations from your work force, planning in advance and more importantly taking your guilt-free 'me' time works wonders. The same rule applies when dealing with your spouse and family.
Time works wonders; selected papers in contrastive and cognitive linguistics.