In a fight the rich man tries to save his face, the poor man his coat.
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Keep your eye on the ball and your head in the game.
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Take the bull by the horns.
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There is nothing better than a rich wife and a generous mother-in-law.
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The wolf can always be hired very cheap as a shepherd.
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You cannot ride two horses with one ass.
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