Proverbs are short sayings in frequent and widespread use that express a basic truth. A look at some popular proverbs from all around the world.

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A sparrow in the hand is better than a ______ on your roof.

  • Dove

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  • Pigeon

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  • Parrot

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  • Swallow

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An old friend is much better than _______ new ones.

  • Four

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  • Two

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  • Six

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  • Eight

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The early bird gets the ______.

  • Butterfly

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  • Worm

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  • Frog

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  • Moth

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No _____, no gain.

  • Game

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  • Shame

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  • Pain

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  • Rain

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Do not keep all your ______ in the same basket.

  • Coins

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  • Apple

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  • Fish

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  • Eggs

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Strike the iron while it is ____.

  • Hot

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  • Cold

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  • Lukewarm

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  • Tepid

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Birds of a _______ flock together.

  • Kind

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  • Type

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  • Weather

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  • Feather

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It is like making a broom with ______ threads.

  • Golden

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  • Silken

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  • Silver

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  • Wool

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Do stones wear out if ______ crawl on them?

  • Caterpillars

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  • Bees

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  • Ants

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  • Snake

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______ are better than cherry blossoms.

  • Meatballs

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  • Dumplings

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  • Roses

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  • Daffodils

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