More French Proverbs

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There are more old drunkards than old doctors.... >>

Lion-skins were never had cheap.... >>

Possession is as good as a title.... >>

The ass that is common property is always the worst saddled.... >>

Other Proverbs

A maid who laughs is half taken.... (English) >>

Better to light a candle than to curse the darknes... (Scottish) >>

When flatterers meet the devil goes to dinner.... (Spanish) >>

A goose quill is more dangerous than a lion's claw.... (English) >>

He that seeks trouble never misses.... (English) >>

Don't snap your fingers at the dogs before you are out of the village.

- French Proverb