Failure Quote by Neil Gaiman
“Nearly' only counts in horseshoes and hand-grenades.”
About This Quote
Source Quote: Interview, 2015
The saying humorously notes that while horseshoes bring luck, hand grenades are dangerous, highlighting the absurdity of counting successes in harmful contexts.
In simple terms: Only lucky things count; dangerous things don’t.
Recognize the difference between luck and risk.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- military strategy
- gaming
- risk management
- comedy writing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When does counting successes become harmful?
- How can humor reveal hidden dangers?
May trivialize serious topics like warfare.