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never too late

/ˈnɛvər tu ˈleɪt/
it is possible to do something at any time

You can start learning a new language at any age; it's never too late.

This means you should not worry about age when starting something new.


informal

It is always possible to do something, regardless of time or circumstances.

Even if you missed the deadline, it's never too late to apply for the scholarship.

This means you can still apply even after the deadline has passed.

He thought it was too late to change careers, but his friend convinced him otherwise.

This shows that people can change their career paths at any stage of life.

This phrase is often used to encourage someone to take action or pursue a goal, even if they feel it's too late.

Synonyms

it's not too latethere's still timeyou can still

Antonyms

it's too latethe time has passed

Related Phrases

better late than neverproverb
It is better to do something late than not at all.
time is of the essencephrase
Time is very important and should not be wasted.

Pro Tip

Encouragement

Use this phrase to motivate someone who feels they have missed an opportunity.

Word Origin

The phrase combines the negative 'never' with 'too late' to emphasize that time is not a barrier.

Usage Notes

This phrase is commonly used in motivational or encouraging contexts to reassure someone that they have not missed their opportunity.

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