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The FUN and EASY way to learn a very complicated aspect of the English language.
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FUN WITH IDIOMS
Learning English idioms doesn't have to be a problem. These catagory idiom books show how learning can be easy - and fun! * Fun With Animal Idioms * Fun With Animal Related Idioms * The Colour Book Of Idioms * The Money Book Of Idioms * Fun With Words Of Love * Humour Without Frontiers
FUN WITH PROVERBS
An entertaining and educational guide to many of the proverbs that have long enriched our language.
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FUN WITH PROVERBS

FUN WITH PROVERBS


A proverb is many things to many people. It may be defined as a wise old saying, or as a short and frank expression. At other times it is called a byword or a clever phrase of wisdom. Often the terms 'succinct' and 'pithy' are used to describe a proverb, indicating the sayings are direct and to the point -- while at the same time containing some helpful, practical or cautionary advice.

Perhaps it's best not to look so hard. Let's just say that a proverb is a set phrase that expresses an idea, a caution, a judgment or an observation in a few short words that soon stick in our minds to perform a valuable role by helping us to express ourselves.As life changes, so do our proverbs, and the wording of many of them has been modernized. Least said soonest mended is one example that comes to mind, and it may not be realized that this is the same proverb as least said, soonest forgotten. The proverbs in this book have been presented in their modern, up-to-date form first and then, where it applies, an indication is made of their older, original form. Both are correct. And now, since laughter is the best medicine, begin reading and enjoying FUN WITH PROVERBS!

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A/THE SNAKE IN THE GRASS
Have you ever known a person who pretends to be your friend, yet at the same time says or does terrible things behind your back? If so, that person is referred to as a snake in the grass. "I have just learned that Bill has told the supervisor I'm not qualified for my job, the snake in the grass!"
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HE THAT CANNOT OBEY CANNOT COMMAND
"Cancel all my appointments,I'm going to watch a football game on television," the general said. "But you must go to Belgium! You have an important meeting there!" his wife insisted. The general did not listen to his wife, and that is how he learned he that cannot obey cannot command. "The proverb means if you cannot obey orders you should not give them," the general groaned.
©John & Ching Yee Smithback
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