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“Time and tide will wait for no man, saith the adage. But all men have to wait for time and tide.” quote by Charles Dickens
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“Time and tide will wait for no man, saith the adage. But all men have to wait for time and tide.”

Charles Dickens

About This Quote

Source Novel: Great Expectations, 1861

Time and tide wait for no one; yet people must wait for the right moment.

In simple terms: Time is relentless; patience is needed.

Key Takeaway

Respect time’s flow and act when appropriate.

Themes

time patience inevitability

Mood

reflective philosophical

Type

literary quote

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • personal relationships
  • historical reflection

Key Concepts

philosophy human condition

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance patience with action?
  • When is waiting strategic?
A Different Perspective

Waiting for the perfect moment can cause missed opportunities.

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