Adages and Proverbs

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What does the adage 'Every dog has its day' mean?

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Everyone has good luck or success at some point.

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What does the adage 'Beauty is only skin deep' mean?

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What is inside a person matters most.

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What does the adage 'A watched pot never boils' mean?

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Time goes by more slowly when you are impatient.

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What does the adage 'The grass isn't always greener on the other side of the fence' mean?

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Things that seem perfect, may not be as good as they seem.

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What does the adage 'All that glitters is not gold' mean?

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Flashy or fancy objects are not always of highest value.

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What is an adage?

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A traditional saying that expresses a common experience or observation.

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What is a proverb?

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A short, well-known saying that gives advice or states a general truth.

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Why are adages and proverbs important?

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They convey wisdom and cultural values in a concise way.

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Can you give an example of a proverb?

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'Actions speak louder than words.'

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What does the adage 'Don't count your chickens before they hatch' mean?

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Don't assume success before it actually happens.