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1. third time's the/a charm
👏Telling someone to keep going, encouraging.
👏 U got something right on the third try afterwards u say it "third time's a charm"
Tips:
1️⃣ it doesn't matter in which way u say it."a/ the", either way is ok.
2️⃣By the way, this phrase shows humor, vulnerability, and self-deprecation.
3️⃣Look out for the context when u r ready to use it for your boss or something.
Ex: I can't get this lock open again. Ok, I'll try it once more. Third time's a charm.
Ex: I passed my exam finally. Third's a charm.
Conversation
A: I was so exhausted the first two classes, but the third class, I got into the groove.
B: Nice, third time's a charm.
"A charm" signifies good luck or something works on the third time.
2. Don't give up, keep going(very straightforward, but very also kind way of supporting someone, letting them know on their side.)
3. keep trying, you'll get the next one.
4. I finally got it.