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an often stated observation regarding something from common experience
her grandfather has a proverb for every occasion
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Recent Examples of proverb
The difficulty that arises is reminiscent of the old proverb about blind men groping different parts of an elephant.
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Dan McLaughlin, National Review, 6 May 2025
Even the most nonsensical attempts at new proverbs resulted in a confident explanation from Google's AI Overview, created right there on the spot.
—ArsTechnica, 29 Apr. 2025
Now Bluey has to experience her own farmer’s proverb.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 26 Mar. 2025
So grateful for what the Lord has given me 🤍 proverbs 31:30.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 23 Feb. 2025
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Dan McLaughlin, National Review, 6 May 2025
Even the most nonsensical attempts at new proverbs resulted in a confident explanation from Google's AI Overview, created right there on the spot.
—ArsTechnica, 29 Apr. 2025
Now Bluey has to experience her own farmer’s proverb.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 26 Mar. 2025
So grateful for what the Lord has given me 🤍 proverbs 31:30.
—Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 23 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for proverb
Noun
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Adding witty sayings to the leaves of handheld fans, Knighten wanted to make a statement with her products in a fun and unique way.—
Ruth Etiesit Samuel,
Essence,
4 June 2025
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As the saying goes, out with the old, in with the new.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
4 June 2025
Noun
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The use of the words 'genocide' or 'acts of genocide' to describe what is happening in Gaza is no longer debated by international legal experts or human rights organizations.—
Neda Ulaby,
NPR,
29 May 2025
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Letters are limited to less than 250 words and must be signed (no pseudonyms nor initials).You must include your email address, address with city and daytime phone number for verification.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 May 2025
Noun
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This is the sort of thing that young people think will never happen to them, but remember the maxim: An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
4 June 2025
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That violates another maxim commonly taught in families, schools and religious venues everywhere: Those who can should help those in need.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
16 May 2025
Noun
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That adage was put to the test for much of Monday’s game at Kauffman Stadium, where the Royals lost 7-4 to the Reds.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
26 May 2025
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As the adage goes, one person’s trash is another person’s treasure, right?—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Apr. 2025
Noun
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His announcement was greeted with surprise and then minutes of thundering applause from shareholders — many of whom became millionaires by owning Berkshire stock and hang onto his every financial aphorism.—
Michael J. de la Merced,
New York Times,
4 May 2025
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Apparently, Eric Musselman (not unlike his crosstown rival) has never heard of Harry Truman’s aphorism about where the buck stops.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Mar. 2025
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For that to be the case, though, their best player has to be able to play and perform utilizing that same motto.—
Eric Nehm,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
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That’s not the only team motto that can be found on the ring, though.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
28 May 2025
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“Proverb.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/proverb. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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