More French Proverbs

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He who bestirs himself sucks up, he who lies still dries up.... >>

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He who never budges from Paris will never be pope.... >>

Other Proverbs

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Make your bargain before beginning to plow.... (Spanish) >>

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He who would thrive must follow the church, the sea, or the ... (Spanish) >>

He needs say nothing about the score who pays nothing.

- French Proverb