The Westward Road

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Originally Posted by Tuor in Gondolin

But the Ring would make not only a Sauron victory more likely,
but also more long lasting, hence it would be an at least short-term
(in years and more) plus to deny it to him.

Not sure I see this. There are two problems with merely keeping the One from Sauron - he continues to exist & grow in power & the Ring would work on anyone in its vicinity (in fact on anyone who knew of its existence). Hence, Sauron gets stronger & the desire for the Ring grows on those opposing him - particularly as their position gets more desperate.