delayed gratification
noun phrasePostponing an immediate pleasure or reward in order to obtain a more valued benefit later.
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Clear all filtersPostponing an immediate pleasure or reward in order to obtain a more valued benefit later.
The loss or lack of something necessary or valued.
To reduce the value, quality, or appeal of something, usually in the phrase detract from.
A framework that weighs the value of future outcomes according to when they occur.
Time-weighted value of outcomes
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Uncertain or doubtful; also questionable in reliability or value.
Uncertain or unconvinced
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