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Explaining "All things come to those who wait"
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Lloyd Cooper 02/01/2025, 13:57
Lloyd Cooper 02/01/2025, 13:57English.me team member
What does it mean?
The proverb "All things come to those who wait" means that with patience and perseverance, one will eventually achieve their desired outcome or see their hopes fulfilled. It emphasizes the value of patience and suggests that good things will happen in time if one is willing to wait.
Tone
Encouraging and optimistic, promoting patience and hopefulness.
Origin
The origin of the phrase is uncertain, but it has been used in English for centuries. It is sometimes attributed to the French poet Clément Marot, who wrote "Tout vient à qui sait attendre", meaning "Everything comes to those who wait". The phrase was popularized in English literature in the 19th century.
Examples of usage
- She truly believed that all things come to those who wait, so she continued to work steadily toward her goals.
- After years of effort and staying patient, he finally received the recognition he deserved—proof that all things come to those who wait.
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