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1. Sayings that Are Still Common Here (continued)

   

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   10. God fits the back for the burthen.
   11 The early bird catches the worm.
   12 Far away cows have long horns.
   13 Hills are green far away.
   14 Its hard to put an old head on young shoulders.
   15 '' easy '' bake beside the meal.
   16 A burned child dreads the fire
   17 If you dont want to get floured dont go into the mill
   18. Whats good for the child, is not bad for the nurse.
   19 '' '' '' '' goose '' good '' '' gander.
   20. There never was an old shoe, but there was an
   old sock to fit it.
   21. Pride for a fool is as good as a physic.
   22 Would a cat drink milk?.
   23 What would a kitten do but kill a mouse?
   24 Like father, like son.
   25 He's his father's son
   26 Whats bred in the bone comes out in the flesh.
   27 Nature breaks through the eye of a cat
   28 As the old cock crows, the young one learns.
   29 When you have your hand in the dog's mouth, pull steady.
   30 Dont show your teeth till you are sure of a bite.
   31 The blanket is the warmer for being doubled.
   32 Blood is thicker than water.
   33 Your shirt is nearer than your elbow.
   34 The more rain: the more rest
   Still the good weather is the best.

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