Meaning of 'Let the best be the enemy of the good'
What does the saying 'Let the best be the enemy of the good' mean?
Idiom: Let the best be the enemy of the good
Meaning:
If the desire for an unattainable perfection stops someone from choosing good possibilities, they let the best be the enemy of the good.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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