Don't let a first-time failure stop further attempts. For example, I know it's hard at first to shift gears without stalling but if at first you don't succeed . . . This seemingly ancient adage was first recorded only in 1840 but has become so well known that it is often shortened.
if at first you don't succeed, try, try again
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 | Hickson, William E. (Quotes By) |
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