“The die is cast”
— Julius Caesar
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Simplified Meaning:
Making a decision that cannot be changed sets events in motion that will unfold whether we like it or not. Imagine you decide to join a new job in a different city. Once you accept the offer and sign the papers, there’s no going back. You have to move and start working there, and you can’t undo the decision easily. This saying comes from a time when Julius Caesar decided to cross a river with his army, which meant he was committed to going to war. Just like Caesar’s bold move, once you make a big decision, you have to deal with the results, good or bad. This teaches us the importance of thinking carefully before making decisions because some choices can't be undone.
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Action Ancient rome Commitment Consequences Decision Fate Historical Irreversible Julius caesar Point of no returnFEATURED QUOTES
