More French Proverbs

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Policy goes beyond strength.... >>

Other times, other manners.... >>

One scabby sheep is enough to spoil the whole flock.... >>

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He that takes the devil into his boat must carry him over th... (English) >>

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Better wear out shoes than sheets.... (English) >>

A man may lead a horse to water, but cannot make him drink.... (English) >>

Were the devil to come from hell to fight, there would forthwith be a Frenchman to accept the challenge.

- French Proverb