If it's your job to eat a frog
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If it's your job to eat a frog,
it's best to do it first thing in the morning.
And If it's your job to eat two frogs,
it's best to eat the biggest one first.
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Meaning
This quote means unpleasant but important tasks are best handled early and directly, especially the hardest ones. Delay only makes them worse.
About Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Clemens, was an American author and humorist known for classics like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. His quotes often reflect wit, social critique, and human insight. Twain inspires writers, readers, and social thinkers to explore human nature, challenge conventions, and communicate ideas with humor and intelligence.
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