Every path has its puddle.
Every path has its puddle.
Meaning in plain English
The saying gives every path a puddle. It pictures some inconvenience or obstacle along whichever route one chooses.
Example
Someone compares two workable plans without rejecting either solely because it has a small inconvenience.
Deeper explanation and when to use it
The small obstruction makes imperfection concrete. A qualified application can reduce the expectation of an entirely effortless choice without equating minor inconvenience with serious danger. Every is sweeping, and the image does not prove that all alternatives are equally difficult or should be pursued.
When to use it
Use it to discuss imperfect choices while comparing the actual obstacles.
Keep in mind
Not all obstacles are minor, and routes can differ substantially in difficulty.
Edsverb editorial interpretation · agent reviewed · 2026-10-05. This explains the saying; it does not establish its historical origin.
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