A plough that worketh, shines; but still water stinks.
More Dutch Proverbs:
Two cocks in one house, a cat and a mouse, an old man and young wife, are always in strife.Dutch
One bird in the hand is better than two flying.
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Who fears no shame comes to no honor.
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Far fetched and dear bought is meat for ladies.
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Better a bird in the hand than ten in the air.
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Sweep before your own door before you look after your neighbour's.
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