All things come to those that wait.
All things come to those that wait.
Meaning in plain English
The saying promises all things to those who wait. It praises patience through an exaggerated claim of eventual fulfilment.
Example
Someone gives a process time while checking whether waiting still serves the aim.
Deeper explanation and when to use it
All leaves no limit in the promise, so a responsible interpretation treats it as encouragement rather than a forecast. A person may need action, help or a change of plan, and waiting can have costs. The supplied persistence gloss does not verify that every goal will be achieved.
When to use it
Use it as qualified encouragement toward patience.
Keep in mind
Waiting or persistence does not guarantee every desired outcome.
Edsverb editorial interpretation · agent reviewed · 2026-10-05. This explains the saying; it does not establish its historical origin.
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Supplied reference A; unit 507; PDF page 74
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