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English Proverbs : Proverb to Meaning II


Given the PROVERB, identify the MEANING

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1.

Honesty is the best policy.

  Heaven is more kind to the weak.

  The path of truth is a wise one to follow in the long run.

  One should be thankful for whatever one gets, considering one may otherwise get nothing.

  Spread your risks widely and wisely.

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2.

The hand that rocks the cradle rules the world.

  One who acts promptly gets what he desires.

  Mothers who care for their children are creating the next generation of men.

  Wherever one may travel, the happiest place is one's abode.

  One who treats others well will be treated well in return.

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3.

God helps those who help themselves.

  It is best to confine shameful family matters to the home.

  Heaven gives success to those who work hard toward their goal.

  Heaven is more kind to the weak.

  A person can look impressive in smart clothes.

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4.

Hope for the best and prepare for the worst.

  One should be positive, but at the same time be ready to face hardships.

  One who acts promptly gets what he desires.

  It is best to confine shameful family matters to the home.

  Intimacy can cause us to lose our regard.

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5.

Don't put all your eggs in one basket.

  Success comes to those who have the courage to try.

  When something is not allowed, we are more tempted to it.

  Spread your risks widely and wisely.

  When people cannot get what they desire, they save face by pretending they never wanted it.

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6.

Don't wash your dirty linen in public.

  It is best to confine shameful family matters to the home.

  There is hope even in difficult situations.

  Heaven gives success to those who work hard toward their goal.

  People who are stupid are very talkative.

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7.

Great oaks from little acorns grow.

  One who treats others well will be treated well in return.

  Much may come from a small beginning.

  Physical well-being is more important than financial prosperity.

  Success comes to those who have the courage to try.

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