miss the boat
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Fail to take advantage of an opportunity or miss out on something
- 1He wanted to buy the stock, but he missed the boat and now it's too expensive.
- 2If you don't apply soon, you might miss the boat on this job opportunity.
When you "miss the boat," it means you didn't act quickly enough to benefit from an opportunity. It's like arriving late to a party and missing all the fun. So, make sure to be on time and seize the chance before it's too late!
Remember, opportunities don't wait for anyone! Keep an eye out for chances to "catch the boat" by staying informed and being proactive. Don't let hesitation or procrastination hold you back.
at the terminal
Last-Minute Flight
Mark
I can't believe we didn't book the tickets earlier.
Melissa
Yeah, now the prices have doubled. We really missed the boat on that deal.
Mark
Next time, we should plan ahead.
Melissa
Absolutely, let's not let this happen again.
at work
The Missed Promotion
Susan
Did you hear about the new project lead position?
Thomas
Yeah, I wanted to apply, but I waited too long.
Susan
Oh no, you missed the boat on that one.
Thomas
I know, I should have acted sooner.
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Similar to "miss the boat":
- 1miss out
- 2lose the chance