Definitions by Gnex

Thank God for small favors 

An ancestor of this phrase is "Thank heaven for small mercies". It's often used sarcastically to express relief that an unpleasant person or situation is avoided or gone.

"That annoying student finally moved to another state," the secretary told the principal.
"Thank God for small favors," replied the Principal.

Thank God for small favors by Gnex September 6, 2016