Question 1

What does "cross that bridge when you come to it" mean?

Accepted Answer

To deal with a problem when it actually happens, not in advance.

Question 2

How do you use "cross that bridge when you come to it" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

We don't know yet if funding will be cut — let's cross that bridge when we come to it.

Question 3

Is "cross that bridge when you come to it" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"cross that bridge when you come to it" is informal — used mainly in casual conversation. Used to advise against premature worry.