Meaning of the word "the past is a guidepost, not a hitching post" in English
What does "the past is a guidepost, not a hitching post" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
the past is a guidepost, not a hitching post
US /ðə pæst ɪz ə ˈɡaɪd.poʊst, nɑːt ə ˈhɪtʃ.ɪŋ poʊst/
UK /ðə pɑːst ɪz ə ˈɡaɪd.pəʊst, nɒt ə ˈhɪtʃ.ɪŋ pəʊst/
Idiom
a proverb suggesting that past experiences should be used for direction and learning rather than as something that holds one back or prevents progress
Example:
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Don't let your failures stop you; remember, the past is a guidepost, not a hitching post.
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She moved on to a new career, believing that the past is a guidepost, not a hitching post.