If a problem, undesirable trend, or small influence is allowed to grow and spread unchecked, it will become extremely difficult to control or eliminate later, emphasizing the importance of addressing issues early.
刚发现这个小问题的时候，我们就应该及时解决，否则滋蔓难图，后果不堪设想。
When we first discovered this minor issue, we should have resolved it promptly; otherwise, it would become difficult to control once it spreads, and the consequences would be unimaginable.
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