don't throw the baby out with the bathwater
The phrase "don't throw the baby out with the bathwater" is an idiomatic expression that means one should not discard something valuable or important while getting rid of something undesirable or unnecessary. It advises against rejecting or dismissing the entirety of something due to the presence of a particular flaw or problem. It encourages people to distinguish between what is worth saving and what can be discarded, instead of making hasty and careless decisions.
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- don't throw the baby out with the bathwater
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