Quote by Thomas Jefferson

Delay is preferable to error.

Delay is preferable to error.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of taking your time rather than rushing and making mistakes. It suggests that delaying an action or decision can be a wiser choice to avoid errors or outcomes that may be undesirable. It highlights the value of patience, thoughtfulness, and meticulousness when approaching tasks, opportunities, or challenges. By choosing delay over error, one can increase the chances of achieving the desired result with accuracy and efficiency.

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Time Delay

By Thomas Jefferson

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