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Explaining "A rising tide lifts all boats"
Reviewed and edited by 
Anwar Kareem 29/11/2024, 11:56
Anwar Kareem 29/11/2024, 11:56English.me team member
What does it mean?
The phrase "A rising tide lifts all boats" means that improvements in the general economy will benefit all participants. It suggests that when an overall situation improves, all individuals or groups involved will gain advantages.
Tone
Optimistic and encouraging
Origin
The phrase is often attributed to U.S. President John F. Kennedy, who used it in speeches during the 1960s to promote policies that would benefit the entire nation.
Examples of usage
- With the new infrastructure project boosting local commerce, many small businesses are thriving—a rising tide lifts all boats.
- Advocates for economic reform argue that enhancing education and healthcare will benefit society as a whole, demonstrating that a rising tide lifts all boats.
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