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Opportunity always looks better going than coming.

Opportunity always looks better going than coming.

Summary

This quote suggests that opportunities often appear more promising and attractive at first glance or from a distance, but may lose their appeal as one gets closer to seizing them. It implies that initial perceptions of potential success and excitement can diminish when actually engaging with and pursuing the opportunity. It serves as a reminder to carefully analyze and assess opportunities before fully committing to them, as they may not be as attractive or advantageous as they seemed from a distance.

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