Either night or the Prussians will come.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker sets a strict deadline or expectation for an event.
- In plain terms
- We must act tonight or the enemy will arrive.
- What can you take from it?
- Act quickly to avoid losing ground.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What happens if you wait?
Another view
Assumes enemy movement is certain.
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