Eat in the dark the bargain that you purchased in the dusk.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- This advises accepting deals made in unfavorable or unclear conditions without complaint.
- In plain terms
- Accept bad deals quietly if you made them in the dark.
- What can you take from it?
- Do not complain about deals made under poor judgment.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Should you accept bad deals made in haste?
- When is it too late to complain?
Another view
It assumes the buyer had no right to question the deal later.
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