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Explaining "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade"
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Anwar Kareem 07/10/2024, 14:21
Anwar Kareem 07/10/2024, 14:21English.me team member
What does it mean?
The phrase means that when faced with a difficult or unfortunate situation, one should make the best of it and turn it into something positive.
Tone
Optimistic and encouraging
Origin
The phrase is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, popularized by Elbert Hubbard in 1915 and later popularized by Dale Carnegie in his 1948 book "How to Stop Worrying and Start Living".
Examples of usage
- After losing her job, Jenna saw it as an opportunity to start her own business. When life gives you lemons, make lemonade!
- Even though the weather ruined their outdoor plans, they decided to enjoy a cozy day indoors instead. It's a classic case of when life gives you lemons, make lemonade.
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