An old hen makes strong soup.
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The monkey will never wash with the same water twice.
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A cat will teach her young ones all the tricks, except how to jump backwards.
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You cannot fly with wings made of butter.
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The rope will break where it is thinnest.
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In the hangman's house you will always find a rope.
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