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Explaining "Two heads are better than one"

Reviewed and edited by Anwar Kareem 06/10/2024, 17:47
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What does it mean?

Two heads are better than one

The phrase means that two people working together can solve a problem more effectively than one person working alone, as they can share ideas and expertise.

Tone

Encouraging and collaborative

Origin

The phrase is a proverb with origins that date back hundreds of years, emphasizing the value of collaboration. It has appeared in various forms in different cultures and languages over time.

Examples of usage

  • We were stuck on the project until we decided to team up and remember the old saying: two heads are better than one.
  • Whenever they face a tough decision, they remind themselves that two heads are better than one and seek each other’s input.

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