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The hard way

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Negative Experience

Emphasizes learning through mistakes or bad outcomes rather than formal teaching.

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He touched the hot stove and learned the hard way not to do it again.
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Memorable Lessons

The lessons learned this way are often more memorable due to their impact.

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After missing her flight, she learned the hard way to always arrive early.
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Unintended Path

Suggests an unplanned, often longer journey to understanding something.

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I skipped the tutorial and learned the hard way how to use the software.
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