Meaning of the word "excuses are the nails used to build a house of failure" in English
What does "excuses are the nails used to build a house of failure" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
excuses are the nails used to build a house of failure
US /ɪkˈskjusɪz ɑr ðə neɪlz juzd tu bɪld ə haʊs ʌv ˈfeɪljər/
UK /ɪkˈskjuːsɪz ɑː ðə neɪlz juːzd tuː bɪld ə haʊs ɒv ˈfeɪljə/
Idiom
A metaphorical expression suggesting that making excuses leads to a lack of progress and eventual failure.
Example:
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Stop blaming the economy; remember that excuses are the nails used to build a house of failure.
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He never takes responsibility, but excuses are the nails used to build a house of failure.