When the lion’s skin falls short, piece it out with that of the fox.
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Make me a prophet and I will make you rich.
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All tastes are tastes.
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He is a friend when you sneeze -- all he says is "God bless you."
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Pluck the magpie, and don't make her scream.
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He who tells his own affairs will hardly keep secret those of others.
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