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English Proverbs : Proverb to Meaning I


Given the PROVERB, identify the MEANING

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1.

Absence makes the heart grow fonder.

  It is what we do that matters and not just what we say.

  Since something better must follow an unpleasant event, be optimistic.

  There are often early indications of future happenings.

  Our affection increases when we are parted from our loved ones.

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2.

Do as you would be done by.

  Plans must not be altered at the wrong time.

  The character of a child shows the kind of man he will grow up to be.

  Treat others as you would expect them to treat you.

  What pleases the sight varies from one person to another.

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3.

Call a spade a spade.

  Plans must not be altered at the wrong time.

  Treat others as you would expect them to treat you.

  A satisfactory conclusion makes up for earlier disappointments.

  Be blunt and say plainly what you mean.

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4.

Charity begins at home.

  Provide help first to one's family members and then to others.

  If one arrives early, one gets a better choice.

  A satisfactory conclusion makes up for earlier disappointments.

  Be blunt and say plainly what you mean.

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5.

Better safe than sorry.

  One should not make a big fuss about a trivial matter.

  It is preferable to be cautious than be rash and get into trouble.

  People who talk a lot or threaten may not be actually harmful.

  Plans must not be altered at the wrong time.

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6.

Don't cross a bridge till you come to it.

  One must accept what is available in difficult circumstances.

  A mistake can be a great teacher.

  It is not good to only toil and have no recreation.

  One should not worry before something happens for it may never happen.

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Actions speak louder than words.

  The character of a child shows the kind of man he will grow up to be.

  It is what we do that matters and not just what we say.

  Everything that is attractive on the outside may not be really valuable inside.

  There are often early indications of future happenings.

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