In ancient Greek games (as, fo example, the Olympic Games) the prize for the winner was a laurel wreath. In ancient Greek games (as, fo example, the Olympic Games) the prize for the winner was a laurel wreath.
I don't think they do. They say not to rest on your laurels but that isn't the reason.
Laurels = achievements. It's when someone is content with his/her past achievements and so doesn't strive to achieve anything more.
Answer 1don't sit on your buttAnswer 2Answer one is sort of correct, but "laurels" were a form of recognition for achievement back in early Athens, Greece, and therefore the admonition of "Don't rest on your laurels" means to continue the efforts to achieve and not rely onrecognition for previous achievements."Laurels" refer to the wreath of laurel (sweet bay) leaves placed on the victor's head
The motto of AMA Computer University is 'Never rest on one's laurels'.
AMA International University's motto is 'Never rest on one's laurels'.
In ancient Greek culture, a wreath of laurel leaves was a symbol of victory. A linguistic remnant of this custom remains in the phrase "rest on your laurels" meaning to be satisfied with past success rather than still striving for more success.
i dont now
It comes from a farmer who had this one chicken who would always lay eggs that were much larger than the rest and that is where this phrase originally came from.
The phrase "rest in peace" originated from the Latin phrase "requiescat in pace," which was commonly used in Christian burial services. It is meant to wish peace and eternal rest for the deceased.
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The rest of the famous phrase is 'Bread and Circuses'
be rest assured