No Sooner Said Than Done
This hyperbolic statement, suggesting rapid and efficient action, can be traced back to Roman times. Ennius, a Roman poet, documented it as “Dictum factumque facit frux” in his “Annals” around 180 B.C. The phrase was timeless and cherished, keeping its charm alive through different languages and cultures.
Fun Fact! Erasmus, the 16th-century scholar, highlighted “Simul et dictum et factum,” or “At the same time said and done,” in his work “Adagia” (1508). The English prose embraced this in 1671, in Head and Kirkman’s “The English Rogue.”
Common Expressions:
- Talk is cheap: People can say things easily, but actions are harder.
- Actions speak louder than words: What people do is more important than what they say.
- Put your money where your mouth is: Back up your words with actions.
Similar Terms:
- Done deal
- Swift execution
- Promised and delivered
Proverbs:
- “The door to opportunity is always marked ‘push’.” - An action is required to seize opportunities.
Inspirational Quotes:
- “The secret of getting ahead is getting started.” - Mark Twain
Literature, Books, Songs, Poetry, and Movies:
- Book: “Don Quixote” by Miguel de Cervantes - Adventures where action often precedes thought.
- Song: “A Little Less Conversation” by Elvis Presley - requests action over words.
- Movie: “Mission: Impossible” series - where impossibly quick actions save the day.
To muddle up your mind and those around you while having fun, here are some delightful quizzes!
Imagine the power in a world where thoughts materialize into actions “no sooner said than done.” 🚀 Wouldn’t it be magical if efficiency and promptness became second nature? Here’s to instant deeds and making words count!
Inspirational Farewell: “May your words carry the power of an unstoppable action, lighting the world with immediate, positive change.”
✍️ Eras M. T. Ticks ─ October 2023
