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English - United Kingdom - British English

A stitch in time saves nine.

Meaning

Fixing a small problem early prevents a bigger problem later.

Usage example

Repair it now; a stitch in time saves nine.

Cultural context

Used to recommend timely action.

Related idioms

English - Zambia It takes a village. English - United States Do not count your chickens before they hatch. English - Canada The early bird catches the worm. English - Australia Many hands make light work.