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Proverbs | List of Proverbs and Sayings

A List of proverbs and sayings. This page contains examples of proverbs and an ever growing list of proverbs. It is a good practice to avoid use of these proverbs in poetry unless used in a completely original way. See also: Idioms.

What is a Proverb?

A proverb is a brief and popular saying that typically gives advice about how people should live or that expresses a belief that is commonly thought to be true.

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Examples of Proverbs


Under water famine, under snow bread.
Unknown, unmissed.
Unminded, unmoaned.
Use is second nature.
Use the means, and God will give the blessing.
Utility is preferable to grandeur.



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