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    This document provides definitions for common proverbs or sayings. It explains sayings such as "A poor workman blames his tools" meaning a person who blames others for his failures, "A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush" meaning be grateful for what you have, and "A little learning is a dangerous thing" meaning one should have full knowledge rather than spreading incomplete information. In total, it summarizes the meanings of 10 common proverbs.

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    This document provides definitions for common proverbs or sayings. It explains sayings such as "A poor workman blames his tools" meaning a person who blames others for his failures, "A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush" meaning be grateful for what you have, and "A little learning is a dangerous thing" meaning one should have full knowledge rather than spreading incomplete information. In total, it summarizes the meanings of 10 common proverbs.

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    Proverbs

    Uploaded by

    Bala Chandran
    This document provides definitions for common proverbs or sayings. It explains sayings such as "A poor workman blames his tools" meaning a person who blames others for his failures, "A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush" meaning be grateful for what you have, and "A little learning is a dangerous thing" meaning one should have full knowledge rather than spreading incomplete information. In total, it summarizes the meanings of 10 common proverbs.

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    PROVERBS

    A poor workman blames his tools. Meaning : A person who blames others for his failures. A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush. Meaning : Be grateful for whatever you have. Action speaks louder than words: Meaning : One should implement his actions, rather than keep talking about them. A Jack of all trades is a master of none. Meaning : One should excel in one skill rather than dabbling in too many. A Penny saved is a Penny earned. Meaning : One must understand the importance of saving money. A merry heart makes a long life. Meaning : Being happy brings good health. A little learning is a dangerous thing. Meaning : One should have full knowledge, rather than spreading incomplete information. A person is known by the company he keeps. Meaning : One is judged according to the friends he has. As you sow, so shall you reap. Meaning : As you do to others, the same comes back to you. All that glitters is not gold. Meaning : One should not be led by appearance. Old is gold. Meaning : The past has important lessons in our present.

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