Don’t overstrain your bow — it may break.
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One God, one wife, but many friends.Dutch
Death is nature's way of telling you to slow down.
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Full bottles and glasses make swearers and asses.
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After rain comes sunshine.
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A smart coat is a good letter of introduction.
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Learn thou of learned men, th' unlearned of thee; for thus must knowledge propagated be.
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