1614 American Proverbs / Page 4
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A fox does not smell his own stench.62.
A friend at hand is better than a relative at a distance.63.
A friend is easier lost than found.64.
A friend won with a feather can be lost with a straw.65.
A friend's envy is worse than an enemy's hatred.66.
A full ear of corn will bend its head; an empty ear will stand upright.67.
A gem is not polished without rubbing, nor is a man perfect without trials.68.
A genius does not shout his wisdom from the housetops.69.
A gentle disposition is like an unruffled stream.70.
A gift is better than a promise.71.
A girl with cotton stockings never sees a mouse.72.
A good cause finds weapons to defend it.73.
A good doctor treats both the patient and the disease.74.
A good dog deserves a good bone.75.
A good example is the best sermon.76.
A good friend is someone who will bail you out of jail, but your best friend is the one sitting next to you saying "that was fucking awesome".77.
A good garden always has weeds.78.
A good remedy for anger is delay.79.
A good reputation stands still; a bad one runs.80.
A good son makes a good husband.