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An upbraided morsell never choaked any.
An upbraided morsell never choaked any.
Little pitchers have wide eares.
[Little pitchers have wide ears.]
Little pitchers have wide eares.
[Little pitchers have wide ears.]
The question is yet before the court.
The question is yet before the court.
That which two will, takes effect.
That which two will, takes effect.
Water a farre off quencheth not fire.
Water a farre off quencheth not fire.
God sends meat, and the Devil sends cooks.
God sends meat, and the Devil sends cooks.
A position of dignity is more easily improved upon than acquired.
A position of dignity is more easily improved upon than acquired.
Pleasure is often the introduction to pain.
Pleasure is often the introduction to pain.
Speak the truth, but leave immediately after.
Speak the truth, but leave immediately after.
