To be like the tailor of Campillo, who worked for nothing, and found thread.
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The fox does not do as much mischief in a year as it pays for in an hour.
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Where MacGregor sits at the head of the table.
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The ass knows well in whose face be brays.
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Renounce the devil, and thou shalt wear a shabby coat.
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Plough wet or dry, and you will not have to kiss your neighbour's breech.
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