The italians are wise before the deed; the germans in the deed; the french after the deed.
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You cannot teach an old dog new tricks.
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The crow went traveling abroad and came back just as black.
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The little cannot be great unless he devour many.
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Love laughs at locksmiths.
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A shady lane breeds mud.
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