Proverbs
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Meaning: Without excuses, conditions, or qualifications; exactly as stated.
Example: The safety rules must be followed, no ifs or buts, during the entire operation. Read more ➺
Meaning: The true value or quality of something can only be judged by actual results or experience.
Example: The team liked the proposal, but the proof is in the pudding once the product reaches customers. Read more ➺
Meaning: Plan carefully before you act so you avoid mistakes.
Example: Before approving the project budget, the manager reminded everyone to measure twice, cut once so no details were overlooked. Read more ➺
Meaning: A good final result makes the earlier problems unimportant.
Example: After days of stressful revisions, the book launch was a success—all's well that ends well. Read more ➺
Meaning: To be involved in several activities or projects at the same time.
Example: She's launching a podcast, finishing a course, and pitching clients—she clearly has many irons in the fire. Read more ➺
straw that broke the camel’s back
Meaning: The final small problem or event that makes a situation unbearable.
Example: After endless delays and mistakes, the missed payment was the straw that broke the camel's back, and the workers went on strike. Read more ➺
no one knows the day or the hour
Meaning: The exact timing of an important or life-changing event is unknown and cannot be predicted.
Example: The coach reminded the team that no one knows the day or the hour, so they should always stay ready for opportunity. Read more ➺
one man’s trash is another man’s treasure
Meaning: Something worthless to one person can be valuable to someone else.
Example: One man's trash is another man's treasure – Sarah sold her old furniture at a yard sale, and the buyers were thrilled to find unique vintage pieces. Read more ➺
when the cat’s away, the mice will play
Meaning: People misbehave or break rules when a supervising authority is absent.
Example: As soon as the teacher left the room, the students started shouting — when the cat's away, the mice will play. Read more ➺
Meaning: Children are often listening even when you think they aren't.
Example: Little pitchers have big ears, so maybe save that story for later. Read more ➺
