English-Icelandic translations for a watched pot never boils

Definition of a watched pot never boils

• A process appears to go more slowly if one waits for it rather than engaging in other activities

Related words

• a scalded cat fears cold water
• a scalded dog fears cold water
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• like water off a duck's back
• you can lead a horse to water but you can’t make him drink
• carry water in a sieve
• be like water off a duck's back