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“Fail, it's not in my dictionary. I've got a good dictionary up there and the words 'fail' and 'failure' have been ruled out for years. I don't know what people are talking about who use that word. All I do know is temporary non-success, even if I've got to wait another 20 years for what I'm after…” quote by Percy Cerutty
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“Fail, it's not in my dictionary. I've got a good dictionary up there and the words 'fail' and 'failure' have been ruled out for years. I don't know what people are talking about who use that word. All I do know is temporary non-success, even if I've got to wait another 20 years for what I'm after, and I try to put that into people, no matter what their object in life.”

Percy Cerutty

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Success is defined as temporary setbacks, not permanent defeat, and perseverance is key.

In simple terms: Failure is just a temporary setback.

Key Takeaway

Embrace setbacks as learning.

Themes

perseverance mindset growth

Mood

reflective determined

Type

motivational inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal development
  • coaching
  • long term goals
  • overcoming obstacles

Key Concepts

psychology resilience definition of failure

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you reframe setbacks as progress?
  • What habits help you persist despite delays?
A Different Perspective

Some may view failure as final, limiting growth.

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