Proverbs
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Meaning: to have a priority order
Example: The deal is on but first things first, let's discuss how the remuneration for the work will be done. Read more ➺
it’s better to be safe than sorry
Meaning: being careful may keep away unpleasant situation
Example: They have taught their kids to play any sport only after wearing its gear because it is better to be safe than sorry. Read more ➺
where there’s a will, there’s a way
Meaning: willpower will defeat any difficulty
Example: The man drove through eight countries in his car. It is true, where there is a will, there is a way. Read more ➺
Meaning: to come together for a cause
Example: The workers gathered when the company was facing financial trouble to raise capital and proved that many hands make light work. Read more ➺
Meaning: to take advantage of a situation
Example: The study plans were such that it required you to read when your mind was fresh, strike while the iron is hot. Read more ➺
absence makes the heart grow fonder
Meaning: to miss and love someone more when they are not around
Example: The couple reunited after almost a year and understood that the absence had made their hearts grow fonder. Read more ➺
Meaning: being honest is always good and fruitful
Example: The company has high moral standards and has the words "honesty is the best policy" written all over its premises. Read more ➺
grass is always greener on the other side
Meaning: to think that other's part is better than mine
Example: The lawyer always thought that the grass is greener on the other side and left his profession to become an MBA graduate. Guess what? He is still struggling to find a job. Read more ➺
God helps those who help themselves
Meaning: Success is more likely when a person takes initiative instead of waiting for help.
Example: He stopped making excuses and started working harder, believing that God helps those who help themselves. Read more ➺
the early bird catches the worm
Meaning: it refers to people who arrive earlier are the ones who get the best deals
Example: The admissions in this college get filled in very early. If you really want to enroll your son here then you should remember that the early bird catches the worm. Read more ➺
