"practice makes progress" meaning in All languages combined

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Proverb [English]

Etymology: In analogy with practice makes perfect; this proverb states instead that progress must be made before one can perfect something, eliciting patience. Head templates: {{head|en|proverb|head=practice makes progress}} practice makes progress
  1. If one practices an activity enough, one will steadily make progress and eventually be able to master it in time. Synonyms: practice makes progress, progress makes perfect
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