Gentlemen, when the enemy is committed to a mistake we…
“Gentlemen, when the enemy is committed to a mistake we must not interrupt him too soon.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Exploit an opponent’s mistake without premature interference.
In simple terms: Let mistakes play out before acting.
Patience in exploiting errors.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- battlefield
- competitive sports
- business negotiations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it better to wait than to intervene?
- How do you recognize the right moment?