Juan / Argentina 
What is your favorite idiom proverb or saying?
Hello, my name is Cruz. I'm from Argentina. My question is, what is your favorite idiom, proverb, or saying?
Well, my favorite saying is “nothing ventured, nothing gained,” which means if you don't take any chances or risks, you won't gain anything. So whenever you want to get something in your life, you will have to take action.
No matter what people say, no matter your fears, no matter rejection, no matter things getting a little hard, there's no way things will happen just by staying home, lying in your bed.
So, you have to take things which are risky or which might be hard for you, or you might lose something, but it is the only way you can get to your goals.
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idiom
Meaning: A group of words with a meaning different from the individual words.
Examples:
- “Break the ice” is a common idiom.
- “Spill the beans” is an idiom meaning to reveal a secret.
proverb
Meaning: A short, wise saying that gives advice.
Examples:
- “Actions speak louder than words” is a proverb.
- My grandmother always used proverbs to give advice.
saying
Meaning: A common expression or phrase that shares a truth or idea.
Examples:
- “Better late than never” is a popular saying.
- That saying really makes you think.
ventured
Meaning: Took a risk or tried something risky.
Examples:
- He ventured into starting his own business.
- She ventured to speak in front of a big crowd.
gained
Meaning: Got or achieved something.
Examples:
- He gained confidence by practicing every day.
- She gained experience from her part-time job.
take action
Meaning: To do something to make a change.
Examples:
- You must take action if you want results.
- It’s time to stop thinking and take action.
no matter
Meaning: Regardless of; not affected by something.
Examples:
- Keep going, no matter what others say.
- I’ll support you, no matter the result.
rejection
Meaning: Being refused or not accepted.
Examples:
- Rejection is part of trying new things.
- Don’t fear rejection—just try again.
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