whistle past the graveyard

/W IH1 S AH0 L P AE0 S T DH AH0 G R EY0 V Y AA0 R D/

verb

1
(idiomatic, US) To attempt to stay cheerful in a dire situation; to proceed with a task, ignoring an upcoming hazard, hoping for a good outcome.
2
(idiomatic, US) To enter a situation with little or no understanding of the possible consequences.

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