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Time is money

Theophrastus

Phraseologism: Time is money.

Meaning: 1. The loss of time is tantamount to the loss of money, since during this time it would be possible to earn them, therefore, time must be saved, spent wisely, because it is the same money. 2. Time (as life time) is the highest value, and the more money, the more free time for self-realization, creativity, etc., that is, money is needed for a full life, and not vice versa.

Origin: From English: Time is money. Aphorism from the work of the American scientist and politician Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) "Advice to a young merchant" (1748). An expression similar in thought is already found in the Greek philosopher Theophrastus (c. 372-287 BC): "Time is a costly waste." Franklin's aphorism is firmly adopted by entrepreneurs, businessmen and is the motto of their activities.

Random phraseology:

Shake the dust off your feet.

Meaning:

To leave irrevocably, to part with something forever.

Origin:

From the Bible. Found in many places in the New Testament. So, in the Gospel of Matthew (10:14) it says: "But if anyone does not receive you and does not listen to your words, then when you leave that house or city, shake off the dust from your feet."

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