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As clear and as manifest as the nose in a man's face.
As clear and as manifest as the nose in a man's face.
As high as Heaven, as deep as Hell.
As high as Heaven, as deep as Hell.
To throw a blot on a man's reputation by praising him.
To throw a blot on a man's reputation by praising him.
To seek a laurel wreath from a bride-cake. [To seek glory by
some trifling performance. A carpet knight.]
To seek a laurel wreath from a bride-cake. [To seek glory by
some trifling performance. A carpet knight.]
To give importance to trifling matters.
To give importance to trifling matters.
Moche Crye and no Wull.
Moche Crye and no Wull.
Like his that lights a candle to the sun.
Like his that lights a candle to the sun.