More Spanish Proverbs

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When the cat's away the rats will play.... >>

The fertile field becomes sterile without rest.... >>

The cross on his breast, and the devil in his heart.... >>

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Upon a slight pretext the wolf takes the sheep.... (French) >>

Elbow grease is the best polish.... (English) >>

Use soft words and hard arguments.... (English) >>

Only the wearer knows where the shoe pinches... (English) >>

Live with wolves, and you learn to howl... (Arab) >>

Luck comes to those who look after it.

- Spanish Proverb