Contradictions
A proverb is a popular saying, expressing a truth or common fact. However this has led to some proverbs being a direct contradiction of another.
We have listed these together for you to enjoy the conflicting wisdom.
* The pen is mightier than the sword.
* Actions speak louder than words.
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* Many hands make light work.
* Too many cooks spoil the broth.
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* You're never too old to learn.
* You can't teach an old dog new tricks.
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* Ask no questions and hear no lies.
* Ask and you shall receive.
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* Variety is the spice of life.
* Don't change horses in midstream.
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* Don't cross the bridge till you come to it.
* Forewarned is forearmed.
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* Silence is golden.
* The squeaky wheel gets the grease.
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* Clothes make the man.
* Never judge a book by its cover
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* The best things come in small packages.
* The bigger, the better.
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* A miss is as good as a mile.
* Half a loaf is better than none.
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* Look before you leap.
* He who hesitates is lost.
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* If at first you don't succeed, try, try again.
* Don't beat a dead horse.
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* The early bird gets the worm.
* The second mouse gets the cheese.