If you would be rich in a year, you may be hanged in six months.
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Near is my petticoat but nearer is my smock.Italian
When wine enters modesty departs.
Italian
From snow whether cooked or pounded you will get nothing but water.
Italian
Public money is like holy water; everyone helps himself to it.
Italian
The shirt is nearer than the doublet.
Italian
God save me from one who does not drink.
Italian