a stitch in time saves nine

The phrase "a stitch in time saves nine" means that taking immediate action to fix a problem or issue as soon as it arises will prevent further complications and save effort and time in the future. It emphasizes the importance of addressing problems promptly rather than delaying or ignoring them, as delaying could lead to more significant problems that are harder to resolve.


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