don't count your chickens before they hatch
The phrase "don't count your chickens before they hatch" is an idiom that advises against assuming or anticipating the positive outcome of something before it actually happens. It warns against premature confidence or assumption of success before all the necessary steps or variables are complete or accounted for. It suggests being cautious and avoiding overconfidence in uncertain situations.
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