English / proverb
Better One Word in Time than Two Afterwards
MEANING IN ENGLISH
A single timely word of advice or warning is far more effective than prolonged excuses after a dispute occurs
In context
01
Voice your objections before the discriminatory policy is signed; better one word in time than two afterwards.
02
She cautioned the negotiation team before tensions escalated, proving that better one word in time than two afterwards.
Synonyms
timely intervention,a stitch in time saves nine,nip in the bud
Antonyms
unhelpful hindsight,regret after silence
Collocations
remember better one word in time than two afterwards,advise that better one word in time than two afterwards,prove that better one word in time than two afterwards