That’s the snag!.
More Russian Proverbs:
A man should not be struck when he is down.Russian
If you have eaten the morsel on Wednesday, do not look for it on Thursday.
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There may be snow on the roof, but there's fire in the belly.
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Peace and harmony is great treasure.
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Many who have gold in the house are looking for copper outside.
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When wood is chopped, woodchips will fly.
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