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A maior pressa é a que se faz devagar.
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The quote presents a paradox: the most effective way to hurry is to proceed slowly. Careful, steady action counts as the “greatest haste” because rushing is not the same as making progress. It values calm pace over frantic speed.
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- Wikisource — Contos gauchescos (1912), “Juca Guerra”
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