Ah, “sooner or later!” The dependable promise that something will happen, if only we wait patiently (or impatiently) enough. This old-time phrase may date back to the sixteenth century, but like many things in life, it has aged like a fine wine—or an overdue library book. Indeed, Joseph Addison reminded us in The Spectator in 1712, “The dying Man is one whom, sooner or later, we shall certainly resemble.” Now, that’s comforting, right?
Related Terms and Similar Expressions:
- In due course: When the time is right, eventually. AKA: Just keep waiting, champ.
- In the long run: As time goes on; eventually. Because patience is allegedly a virtue.
- Inevitable: Certain to happen. Think taxes and your inbox breeding emails overnight.
- Down the line (also❤️down the road❤️): In the future, at some point. Hang on tight for this bumpy ride.
Humor-Filled Quote:
: “Good things come to those who wait, but ‘sooner rather than later,’ if you ask me!” – Someone impatient.
Proverbs:
- “Patience is a virtue.” 🧐 Or an exercise in frustration, depending on your outlook.
- “All good things come to those who wait.” 🍷 Like wine—or that pizza delivery.
Suggested Literature, Books, Songs, Poetry, and Movies:
- Literature: Great Expectations by Charles Dickens 📚. Because no one understood waiting better than Pip.
- Books: Waiting for Godot by Samuel Beckett. They’re still waiting. Seriously.
- Songs: “Patience” by Guns N’ Roses 🎸. 💁 Sometimes you just need to whistle for a while.
- Poetry: “If—” by Rudyard Kipling. Hold on. Yes, just hold.
- Movies: Groundhog Day. Wait for it…wait for it…
Inspirational Thought-Provoking Farewell:
May your life be dotted with just enough anticipation to keep things exciting, yet never so much that you forget to enjoy the present moment. Remember, sooner or later, all you’ve waited for will be within your reach. Cheers to the journey, dear reader.
