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Perseverança - Meios e Soluções

Explore provérbios ingleses sobre meios e soluções, incluindo "a preocupação não é cura" e "querer é poder".

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Perseverance
[make] bricks without straw

to be forced to do a difficult or impossible task without the necessary resources

Realizar uma tarefa difícil sem os recursos necessários é quase impossível

Realizar uma tarefa difícil sem os recursos necessários é quase impossível

Ex: The soldiers had to build a shelter in the desert, making bricks without straw. 
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where there is a will, there is a way

used to emphasize that if a person is determined enough to do something, they will find a way to do it, regardless of the obstacles or challenges

Com determinação suficiente é possível encontrar um caminho para o objetivo

Com determinação suficiente é possível encontrar um caminho para o objetivo

Ex: She wanted to become a doctor despite the challenges, proving that where there’s a will, there’s a way. 
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if you are not part of the solution, you are part of the problem

used to suggest that not taking action to solve a problem is equivalent to contributing to it

Se você não contribui para a solução,  faz parte do problema

Se você não contribui para a solução, faz parte do problema

Ex: The teacher reminded her students that if you are not part of the solution, you are part of the problem when discussing the importance of taking an active role in addressing issues such as bullying and discrimination in the classroom. 
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dirty water will quench (any|) fire

used to imply that sometimes a quick solution to a problem may seem effective, but it can actually cause more harm than good

Uma solução rápida pode funcionar temporariamente,  mas causar mais danos

Uma solução rápida pode funcionar temporariamente, mas causar mais danos

Ex: When my colleague tried to solve a problem with a quick fix, I reminded them that dirty water will quench fire.  It's important to think through the consequences of our actions. 
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distant water will not quench your immediate thirst

used to imply that a solution or resource that is far away or inaccessible cannot address an immediate need or problem, emphasizing the need for practical and immediate solutions

Uma necessidade urgente exige uma solução disponível imediatamente

Uma necessidade urgente exige uma solução disponível imediatamente

Ex: As a project manager, I prioritize tasks based on their urgency and importance.  Distant water will not quench your immediate thirst, and it's important to address pressing issues first. 
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least said, soonest mended

used to suggest that sometimes it is best to say as little as possible about a problem or conflict in order to avoid making it worse

Às vezes falar menos evita que um conflito piore

Às vezes falar menos evita que um conflito piore

Ex: I know there's a lot to discuss, but perhaps we should take a break for now.  Least said, soonest mended. 
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care is no cure
care is no cure
[Sentença]

used to suggest that simply being concerned or worried about a problem or situation is not enough to solve it

Preocupar-se por si só não resolve o problema

Preocupar-se por si só não resolve o problema

Ex: Jane's parents were worried about her anxiety, but they knew that care is no cure and encouraged her to seek professional help. 
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(if|when) you are in a hole, stop digging

used to imply that when one finds oneself in a difficult situation, it is important to stop doing things that are making it worse and instead focus on finding a solution

Quando estiver em dificuldades,  pare de fazer o que piora a situação

Quando estiver em dificuldades, pare de fazer o que piora a situação

Ex: You're trying to improve your mental health, but you keep engaging in negative self-talk and self-destructive behaviors.  If you're in a hole, stop digging and seek support from a therapist or trusted friend or family member. 
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