One's time is one's own
Meaning: (uncommon) A time when one's work or efforts in a certain setting are free from constant supervision.
Origin: A plain assertion of personal freedom outside work or duty. No early source has been found for it as a proverb, so its origin is unknown.
More proverbs about Perseverance
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- Third time's the charm — Persistence through repeated attempts eventually succeeds where earlier tries failed.
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- Advice comes too late when a thing is done. — Counsel offered after the deed is already done is worthless.
From our compliments & insults
- Eres todo un personaje — Said with deep affection: you're unforgettable, one of a kind, impossible to replace.
- Sei una forza della natura — You're unstoppable — your energy and drive are bigger than any obstacle.
- Hai le mani d'oro — You're extraordinarily skilled with your hands — a craftsperson, cook, or fixer of legend…