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you can't step in the same river twice

idiom

It is not possible to repeat past experiences, as time changes all things.


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  1. 01

    baby step

    A small effort made towards the completion of a much larger task.

  2. 02

    beggars can't be choosers

    Something is better than nothing: those who can't provide for themselves should accept whatever help is available.

  3. 03

    can't carry a tune in a bucket

    Sings very badly.

  4. 04

    can't get enough

    Greatly enjoys; likes a lot.

  5. 05

    can't help

    To be unable to avoid a situation, or stop something from happening.

  6. 06

    can't stand

    cannot put up with

  7. 07

    can't stand the sight of

    To hate vehemently; to really despise.

  8. 08

    can't wait

    To eagerly anticipate; to find it hard to wait for a forthcoming pleasurable event.

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