Expressions (A–Z)
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Don't catch me by my word
See: "Caught him by his word."
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H
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Happy is the man that fears always/ the best safety lies in fear.
It is good for a person who tends to fear and be cautious of what is to come. A...
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If a hair of his head falls
Figuratively: if even the smallest harm befalls him. A warning or admonition to...
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If the matter is as clear to you as the morning, say it; if not, do not say it
Speak only when you are certain of your words. Do not say things you doubt the t...
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In the sense of: "Do not awaken and do not arouse"
See: "Do not awaken and do not arouse".
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K
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Know who you're dealing with/ knows exactly who he's dealing with
To know clearly what kind of person you are dealing with, what to be careful abo...
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L
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Let not him that girds on his armour boast himself as he that puts it off
Figuratively: A person should not boast before completing their task. A proverb...
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Let sleeping dogs lie
Figuratively: Do not bring up issues or topics that are not currently on the age...
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Look here and there.
He managed to get to the sides.
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One does not rely on a miracle
See: 'One Does Not Rely on a Miracle'
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