"The first blow is half the battle" emphasizes that starting a task is the most crucial part of completing it.
The first blow is half the battle means getting started on something is the most important step in getting it done.
| Proverb | The first blow is half the battle. |
|---|---|
| Definition | Getting started on something is the most important step in getting it done. |
| Note | In this proverb 'blow' means 'strike' or 'hit'. |
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