too many cooks spoil the broth
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used to imply that if too many people are involved in a task or project, it can become disorganized or ineffective
The origin of the proverb "too many cooks spoil the broth" can be traced back to European folklore and has been recorded in English since at least the 16th century. It highlights the idea that conflicting opinions, lack of coordination, or excessive interference can lead to inefficiency or failure. The proverb serves as a reminder that some tasks are best handled by a limited number of skilled individuals rather than an overcrowded group.
- We should limit the number of people working on this project—too many cooks spoil the broth.
- Sometimes, it’s better to have one person in charge—too many cooks spoil the broth.
- She didn’t want to involve too many people, knowing that too many cooks spoil the broth.
- It’s important to have a clear leader; too many cooks spoil the broth when everyone tries to lead.
- They had different opinions, and as usual, too many cooks spoil the broth.