the best-laid plans of mice and men gang aft agley

the best-laid plans of mice and men gang aft agley
the best-laid plans of mice and men gang aft agley proverb even the most careful planning doesn't necessarily ensure success.
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  • best — ► ADJECTIVE 1) of the most excellent or desirable type or quality. 2) most suitable, appropriate, or sensible. ► ADVERB 1) to the highest degree; most. 2) to the highest standard. 3) most suitably, appropriately, or sensibly. ► …   English terms dictionary

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