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Explaining "There is no time like the present"

Reviewed and edited by Anwar Kareem 23/01/2025, 03:21
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What does it mean?

There is no time like the present

The phrase "There is no time like the present" means that now is the best moment to do something and that one should not procrastinate or delay taking action.

Tone

Encouraging and motivational

Origin

The exact origin is uncertain, but it has been traced back to the 16th century and is notably mentioned in John Trusler’s 1790 publication "Proverbs Exemplified", reinforcing the idea of taking prompt action.

Examples of usage

  • If you want to start exercising, just remember, there is no time like the present.
  • She finally decided to call her old friend, thinking, "There is no time like the present."
  • He told his team, "We’ve been delaying the project long enough; there is no time like the present to get started."

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