English / proverb
Be Greedy When Others Are Fearful
MEANING IN ENGLISH
Have the courage to seize opportunities or invest generously when others are paralyzed by panic.
In context
01
When neighbors were hesitant to purchase the abandoned community lot, Mr. Davis decided to be greedy when others are fearful.
02
In revitalizing our neglected village hall, our committee acted on the idea to be greedy when others are fearful.
Synonyms
capitalize on panic,act courageously,seize rare opportunity
Antonyms
succumb to panic,shrink back in terror
Collocations
dared to be greedy when others are fearful,strategy to be greedy when others are fearful,advised to be greedy when others are fearful