Small faults indulged in are little thieves that let in greater.
More Russian Proverbs:
Your body belongs to the Tsar, your soul to God, and your back to the squire.Russian
The cat with cream on her whiskers should have a good excuse ready.
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To live is well, but to live well is better
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As soon as your cart is turned over, everyone rushes to give you advice.
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One does not wash one's dirty linen in public.
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If you don't crack the shell, you can't eat the nut.
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