Definitions by Niel Dan Williams
Wishes are for wanters
: A saying that means simply hoping for something isn't enough to make it happen. "Wanters" sit around passively making wishes, while successful people take actual action to get what they desire.
Use in a sentence: "You can't just hope you'll get a promotion without putting in the hard work. Wishes are for wanters!"
Use in a sentence: "You can't just hope you'll get a promotion without putting in the hard work. Wishes are for wanters!"
"You can't just hope that you'll get a promotion without putting into work, wishes are for wanters."
Wishes are for wanters by Niel Dan Williams May 3, 2026