We stand on the shoulders of giants to learn new things.
stand on the shoulders of giants
idiomTo build on the achievements of others before one.
Origin
disputed originExtracted from dwarf standing on the shoulders of giants. Often attributed to Isaac Newton (see quotations), but in other forms already in use earlier.
Scientists often stand on the shoulders of giants by using research from the past to make new discoveries.
By acknowledging that we stand on the shoulders of giants, we honor the brilliant thinkers who paved the way for our modern understanding of the world.
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blow this pop stand
To exit or remove oneself from a less than exciting location or environment.
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blow this Popsicle stand
To leave a place, often with anger or anticipation of going somewhere more exciting.
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broad shoulders
the ability to take criticism, or accept responsibility.
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can't stand
cannot put up with
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can't stand the sight of
To hate vehemently; to really despise.
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dwarf standing on the shoulders of giants
One who discovers by building on previous discoveries.
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good head on one's shoulders
intelligent or shrewd; have good sense or judgement
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