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Origin: American

Contains 183 proverb(s)

Proverbs which originated from American

ProverbOrigin
Fish, to taste good, must swim three times: in water, in butter, and in wineAmerican
Good men must die, but death cannot kill their namesAmerican
If you must play, decide on three things at the start: the rules of he game, the stakes, and the quitting timeAmerican
In case of doubt it is best to lean to the side of mercyAmerican
No call alligator long mouth till you pass himAmerican
Set a thief to catch a thiefAmerican
Trumpet in a herd of elephants; crow in the company of cocks; bleat in a flock of goatsAmerican
Great trees keep little ones down.American
A mill cannot grind with water that is past.American
Be in general virtuous, and you will be happy.American
Beggars can never be bankrupt.American
Calm weather in June, sets the corn in tune.American
Each day provides its own gifts.American
Feel for others, in your pocket.American
Folks like the truth that hits their neighbour.American
Good weight and measure, are heaven's treasureAmerican
He that lives on hope will die fastingAmerican
He that marries for money will earn it.American
Hope is a good breakfast, but a poor supper.American
Hunger find no fault with mouldy corn.American
If you cut down the trees you will find the wolf.American
If you desire many things, many things will be seem but a few.American
If you ride a horse, sit close and tight, If you ride a man, sit easy and light.American
It does not always rain when a pig squeals.American
It is bad luck to fall out of a thirteenth story window on Friday.American
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