The knee is closer than the calf.
More Greek Proverbs:
The liar and the thief rejoice in their first year only.Greek
Curses are like chickens; they come home to roost.
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I have found it. [Eureka.]
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You will break the bow if you keep it always bent.
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A dove has no place amongst the crows.
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One witness one liar; more witnesses, all liars.
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