expression
losing is winning; sometimes you have to lose to win; he that fights and runs away may live to fight another day
Proverb meaning that a strategic retreat or accepting a small loss can lead to a greater victory later. Often used to encourage patience or a long-term perspective.
ここは負けるが勝ちだ。一旦引いて、態勢を立て直そう。
Sometimes you have to lose to win. Let's pull back for now and regroup.