More French Proverbs
The hunchback does not see his own hump, but he sees his brother's....
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A hawk's marriage: the hen is the better bird....
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It is in vain to lean the ox to the water if he is not thirsty....
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Dressed like a windmill....
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Jealousy is nourished by doubt....
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Other Proverbs
A hair casts its shadow on the ground....
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With bread and wine you can walk your road....
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To a covered ill an open razor....
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Never give advice unless asked...
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An iron rod bends while it is hot....
(Greek) >>
A coward often deals a mortal blow to the brave.
- French Proverb