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Comportamento, Atteggiamento e Approccio - Strategia e tattica

Scopri come i proverbi inglesi come "la persuasione è meglio della forza" e "ci vuole un ladro per catturare un ladro" descrivono strategie e tattiche in inglese.

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persuasion is better than force

used to imply that it is more effective and beneficial to convince or influence someone to do something through reasoning and negotiation, rather than through the use of threats or violence

la persuasione è meglio della forza

la persuasione è meglio della forza

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it takes a thief to catch a thief

used to suggest that a person with experience in a particular activity, even if it is illegal or unethical, may be the most effective at identifying and catching others who engage in that activity

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cross the stream where it is shallowest

used to suggest that instead of taking a difficult or dangerous route, it is better to look for the simplest or most efficient way to reach one's goal

attraversare il torrente dove è meno profondo

attraversare il torrente dove è meno profondo

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a clever hawk hides its claws

used to imply that it is important to be strategic and patient in pursuing one's goals, and to avoid showing all of one's strengths and weaknesses at once

un falco astuto nasconde i suoi artigli

un falco astuto nasconde i suoi artigli

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a fool shows his annoyance at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult

used to suggest that it is unwise to react impulsively or emotionally to insults or provocations, and that it is better to respond calmly and thoughtfully

lo stolto mostra subito il suo disappunto, ma l'uomo prudente trascura l'offesa

lo stolto mostra subito il suo disappunto, ma l'uomo prudente trascura l'offesa

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the first blow is half the battle

used to imply that taking the initiative and acting decisively can provide a significant advantage in achieving one's goals

il primo colpo è metà dell'opera

il primo colpo è metà dell'opera

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if you cannot beat them, (you might as well) join them

used to imply that it may be more advantageous to align with a group or situation that cannot be defeated or overcome in order to gain some benefit or advantage

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nothing must be done hastily but killing of fleas

used to advise exercising patience and careful consideration in important matters, while recognizing that some minor tasks can be dealt with quickly

niente deve essere fatto in fretta se non uccidere le pulci

niente deve essere fatto in fretta se non uccidere le pulci

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old poacher makes the best gamekeeper

used to imply that someone who has experience breaking rules or doing things wrong can be more effective at enforcing those same rules, or teaching others how to do things right

il vecchio bracconiere è il miglior guardiacaccia

il vecchio bracconiere è il miglior guardiacaccia

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send the helve after the hatchet

used to suggest that it is important to be resourceful and proactive in solving problems, and to take action to address issues as they arise

manda l'elve a prendere l'ascia di guerra

manda l'elve a prendere l'ascia di guerra

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you cannot catch old birds with chaff

used to imply that experienced or wise individuals cannot be easily fooled or misled by things of little or no value

non puoi catturare vecchi uccelli con la pula

non puoi catturare vecchi uccelli con la pula

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it is good to make a bridge of gold to a flying enemy

used to advise one to help the enemy when they are trying to retreat, as it can make it more difficult for them to continue to fight against one

è bene costruire un ponte d'oro verso un nemico volante

è bene costruire un ponte d'oro verso un nemico volante

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a soft answer turns away wrath

used to imply a gentle and kind response to anger can help calm the situation and prevent it from escalating

una risposta dolce allontana l'ira

una risposta dolce allontana l'ira

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not cast a clout until May be out

used to suggest that it is wise to wait and avoid making significant decisions or taking action until the situation or circumstances have become clearer or more certain

non dare peso fino a quando non sarà uscito

non dare peso fino a quando non sarà uscito

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waste not, want not

used to emphasize that being mindful of resource usage and avoiding wastefulness can prevent future scarcity or need

non sprecare, non voglio

non sprecare, non voglio

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hope for the best, (and) prepare for the worst

used to suggest that one should remain optimistic while being realistic and taking practical steps to prepare for potential negative outcomes or obstacles

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the customer is always right

used to emphasize the importance of avoiding disputes or conflicts with customers and maintaining positive customer relations in business

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keep your friends close and your enemies closer

used to advise one to maintain a close relationship with enemies or competitors in order to stay informed about their actions and intentions

tieni i tuoi amici vicini e i tuoi nemici più vicini

tieni i tuoi amici vicini e i tuoi nemici più vicini

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say well or be still

used to suggest that sometimes it is better to stay silent rather than saying something that could cause harm or lead to unwanted consequences

di' bene o stai fermo

di' bene o stai fermo

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the second mouse gets the cheese

used to imply that there can be an advantage in being cautious and waiting for others to take risks first, as it may lead to less risk and more reward by learning from the mistakes of others

il secondo topo prende il formaggio

il secondo topo prende il formaggio

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