A word once out flies everywhere.
More French Proverbs:
A man who wants to drown his dog says he is mad.French
No good dog barks without reason.
French
There is no spite like that of a proud beggar.
French
It is not the burden but the over-burden that kills the beast.
French
The stable wears out a horse more than the road.
French
To a rogue a rogue and a half.
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