Think before you commit. Allow yourself some breathing room. Weigh other variables such as outstanding or upcoming projects. Avoid rushing into anything.

三思而后行。让自己考虑清楚，权衡其他可变义素，像未偿的贷款或者即将出现的项目，避免冒然答应任何事情。

youdao

Before you commit yourself to this contract you should take a couple of hours to think it through.

在你履行合同规定的义务之前，你应当花几个小时的时间仔细斟酌。

youdao

Once you commit to improving you, you'll notice a difference in your relationship - and you'll be motivated to improve even more Think before you speak.

一旦你决意改变自己，你能注意到你们的关系有所改善，而这会让你更积极地改变。三思后言，出口慎重。

youdao

Over the years, these fees will add up to hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars, so think carefully before you commit.

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