Quote by Italian Proverb

After the ship has sunk, everyone knows how she might have been saved.

After the ship has sunk, everyone knows how she might have b

Summary

This quote suggests that hindsight brings clarity and insight into a situation. It implies that it is easier to identify solutions or strategies after an event has occurred and the damage has been done. Often, in retrospect, people can recognize the actions or measures that could have been taken in order to prevent negative outcomes. Essentially, it highlights the tendency to gain wisdom and understanding from the mistakes and failures of the past.

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