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Explaining "Never put off until tomorrow what you can do today"

Reviewed and edited by Anwar Kareem 11/11/2024, 08:23
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What does it mean?

Never put off until tomorrow what you can do today

The phrase means that one should not delay or procrastinate tasks that can be completed immediately, as doing things in a timely manner is more efficient and prevents future stress.

Tone

Encouraging

Origin

The saying is often attributed to Thomas Jefferson, but the idea can be traced back to earlier proverbial wisdom advocating against procrastination.

Examples of usage

  • I decided to clean my room instead of waiting for the weekend because I believe in "Never put off until tomorrow what you can do today."
  • By finishing her work early, she demonstrated the wisdom of "Never put off until tomorrow what you can do today."

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