Idioms, Adages, and Proverbs

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What does 'Two wrongs don't make a right' mean?

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If someone wrongs you, don't do something wrong in return.

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What does 'Actions speak louder than words' mean?

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The things that you do show your feelings more than what you say.

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What does 'Many hands make light work' mean?

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Helping others do big tasks makes the job faster and easier.

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What does 'Better safe than sorry' mean?

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It is better to be cautious than to regret your actions.

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What does 'The pen is mightier than the sword' mean?

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The written word can be more powerful than violence.

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What is an idiom?

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An idiom is a phrase that has a meaning different from the literal meaning of its words.

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What is a proverb?

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A proverb is a short, well-known saying that expresses a general truth or piece of advice.

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What is an adage?

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An adage is a traditional saying that expresses a common experience or observation.

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Give an example of an idiom.

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'It's raining cats and dogs' means it's raining heavily.

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Give an example of a proverb.

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'A stitch in time saves nine' means taking care of problems early can prevent bigger issues later.