By asking for the impossible we obtain the possible.
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That is pleasant to remember which was hard to endure.Italian
He that would have the fruit, must climb the tree.
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Grease to the wheels.
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The myrtle is always a myrtle, though it be among nettles.
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Substance is not enough, accident is also required.
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He hangs the May-branch at every door. (Alluding to the Italian custom of young men hanging out May-branches overnight before the door of their mistress.
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