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A little effort expended sooner to fix a small problem prevents it from becoming a larger problem requiring more effort to fix later. / A little preparation can eliminate the need for repairs later.

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a stitch in time saves nine

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a stitch in time saves nine

Proverb

A little effort expended sooner to fix a small problem prevents it from becoming a larger problem requiring more effort to fix later. / A little preparation can eliminate the need for repairs later.

Japanese Meaning

小さな問題は早めに対処すれば、大きな問題に発展するのを防げる。 / 小さな努力を早いうちに行うことで、将来的により大きな手間や修繕の必要を免れる。