やったもん勝ち
English translation: the first one who actually takes action before anyone does wins
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| 16:37 Mar 3, 2009 |
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the first one who actually takes action before anyone does wins Explanation: This phrase doesn't necessary mean that he/she is the inventor, but the person who actually takes action before anyone does wins. |
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2 hrs confidence: peer agreement (net): +2
peer agreement (net): +2the first who dares wins Explanation: Slight modification of another famous motto "who dares wins". ;) I would like to add a touch of audacity! If this person is described as more goal-oriented, then something like "first goal/score wins", "the first succeeds/conquers wins" might be a possibility. |
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