Dumpy Proverbs Dumpy Books for Children #24

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Don't stop the plough to catch a mouse.

II.

Disobedience brings its own reward.

You need not cry over spilt milk.

I.

Look before you leap.

III.

Let sleeping dogs lie.

Pride comes before a fall.

II.

It is an ill wind that blows nobody any good.

A stitch in time saves nine.

I.

Experience makes a man wise.

You cannot catch birds by throwing stones at them.

I.

Appearances are deceitful.

Kissing goes by favour.

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