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Definitions of "Wi run tings, tings nuh run wi"


1. Wi run tings, tings nuh run wi


English Translation

We control things, things do not control us


Definition

We are in control of our own destiny


Example Sentences

Patois: It nuh matta wah dem duh, wi run tings, tings nuh run wi
English: It doesn't matter what they do, we are in control of our own destiny


Related Words

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