being late, n.Definitions

Being late is sometimes unavoidable. Some people are always late, like the late King George V.

Being late is a dishonor for a Japanese. It means he has cheap watch.

Being late is never acceptable — It is better to hurry always than to be late once.

Being late is inexcusable — It is better to always hurry than to be late once.

Being late is bad — better three hours too soon than a minute too late.

Being late is to be avoided. A kindness cannot be done too soon, for one nevers knows how soon it will be too late.

Being late is tricky. if you're 15 minutes late everyone will be upset at you, but if you're two hours late everyone will be glad that you're okay.