It ain't over 'til it's over.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The situation is not concluded until the final moment has passed, regardless of appearances.
- In plain terms
- Don't count on winning or losing until the game is finished.
- What can you take from it?
- Never assume an outcome is certain until it is officially over.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When should you give up?
- What keeps you going when things look bad?
Another view
It is a platitude that doesn't guarantee a positive outcome.
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