Meaning of the word "all men cannot be first" in English
What does "all men cannot be first" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
all men cannot be first
US /ɔːl mɛn ˈkænɒt biː fɜːrst/
UK /ɔːl mɛn ˈkænɒt biː fɜːst/
Idiom
not everyone can be the winner or the best; one must accept that there will always be people who are more successful or skilled
Example:
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I know you're disappointed about the promotion, but all men cannot be first.
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In any competition, all men cannot be first, so just do your best.