Meaning of the word "the sharper the storm, the sooner it is over" in English
What does "the sharper the storm, the sooner it is over" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
the sharper the storm, the sooner it is over
US /ðə ˈʃɑːrpər ðə stɔːrm, ðə ˈsuːnər ɪt ɪz ˈoʊvər/
UK /ðə ˈʃɑːpə ðə stɔːm, ðə ˈsuːnə ɪt ɪz ˈəʊvə/
Idiom
a proverb meaning that the more intense or violent a difficult situation is, the more quickly it will come to an end
Example:
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I know the current crisis is intense, but remember: the sharper the storm, the sooner it is over.
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Don't lose hope during this conflict; the sharper the storm, the sooner it is over.