Better late than never
Example: It's better late than never to finish your homework.
Definition
"Better late than never" is an expression used to convey that it is preferable for someone or something to arrive or happen late than not at all, emphasizing the value of eventual completion or action despite delays.
Etymology
The phrase "better late than never" originates from the idea that completing something late is more favorable than never completing it. It has been used in English since at least the 16th century, reflecting a common-sense attitude toward tardiness and persistence.
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"Better late than never" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (A2) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used expressions.
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