human
What does the phrase "a stitch in time saves nine" mean?
gpt
It's a common phrase in English that means "an early solution to a problem saves a lot of effort in the long run".
human
Can you apply this saying in a sentence?
Yes, here's one example sentence: "If you sew all the buttons back onto your shirt, you'll save yourself from doing it repeatedly down the line."
Sure.  If you take care of your health by eating well and exercising, you'll avoid a lot of problems later.