All is not lost

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Not everything is ruined or unsuccessful, there are still chances for success.

Even though we didn't win the match today, all is not lost. We still have two more matches to go.
Visual representation of "all is not lost" - Not everything is ruined or unsuccessful, there are still chances for success

Often appears as...

  • despite the setback
  • all is not lost

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Optimistic Tone

Use 'all is not lost' to uplift someone with hope and optimism, especially after a disappointment.

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Their performance was poor this season, but all is not lost; they can still redeem themselves.
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Expressing Resilience

'All is not lost' is often used to emphasize resilience and the determination to continue despite challenges.

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After the financial loss, she remained confident, saying 'All is not lost; we can recover.'
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Motivating Action

The phrase can inspire action by implying that efforts can still be made to improve a situation.

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Yes, we're behind schedule, but all is not lost. Let's focus and turn this around!
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