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Qualities - Quality & Performance

Explore English proverbs regarding quality and performance, including "a cracked bell can never sound well" and "good seed makes a good crop".

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a cracked bell can never sound well

used to imply that something that is damaged or flawed will never work properly, regardless of its other qualities or potential, as the flaw can significantly impact its effectiveness

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a diamond with a flaw is better than a common stone that is perfect

used to suggest that something of high value, even with a minor imperfection, is more desirable than something ordinary or mundane that is perfect

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a good tale is none the worse for being told twice

used to suggest that a good story is timeless and can be enjoyed and appreciated regardless of how many times it is repeated

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cheapest is (often) (the) dearest

used to imply that opting for the least expensive option can end up being the most expensive in the long run, as it may require further expenses to fix problems or replace low-quality goods

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good seed makes (for) a good crop

used to suggest that starting with high-quality materials or resources leads to better outcomes and long-term success

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(a) good wine needs no bush

used to suggest that something of high quality or value does not require advertising or promotion, as its excellence is apparent

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if you want something done right, (you might as well) do it yourself

used to suggest that to ensure a task is completed to a high standard, it is best to undertake it oneself rather than relying on others

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if a thing is worth doing, it is worth doing well

used to imply that important tasks or activities deserve one's full effort and attention to ensure a successful outcome

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small is beautiful

used to imply that small or simple things can be just as significant and admirable as large or complex things, emphasizing that worth or quality is not necessarily linked to size or complexity

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good and quickly seldom meet

used to war that it is difficult to achieve both speed and high quality simultaneously, suggesting that a focus on one may come at the expense of the other

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good things (tend to) come in small packages

used to suggest that something small can have great value or significance, and that one should not judge the worth of something based solely on its size or outward appearance

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jack of all trades is a master of none

used to imply that a person who tries to do many different things may not become excellent or an expert in any one thing

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