Attributed to educator Thomas H. Palmer (1840). A cornerstone of American motivational culture, embodying the 'never give up' spirit. It's taught to children from an early age and remains one of America's most beloved maxims about perseverance.
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If at first you don't succeed, try, try again
🇺🇸 EnglishNew York, US
Pronunciation: if at furst yoo dohnt suk-SEED, try try uh-GEN
Attributed to educator Thomas H. Palmer (1840). A cornerstone of American motivational culture, embodying the 'never give up' spirit. It's taught to children from an early age and remains one of America's most beloved maxims about perseverance.