Better a blind horse than an empty halter.
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He waits long that waits for another man's death.Dutch
The open door invites the thief.
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When cats are mousing they don't mew.
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Better a slap from your friend than a kiss from your enemy.
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The that creepeth falleth not.
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It is hard for an empty bag to stand upright.
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