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The meaning of "practice makes perfect"
"
Practice makes perfect
"
Meaning:
Diligent practice leads to expertise.
Example:
10,000 hours needed to make a top class pianist. Keep going - practice makes perfect.
Where did it originate?:
Britain
, 18th century proverb.
Where is it used?:
Worldwide
.
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