Definition of Proverb
a sentence that people often quote to which gives advice or state a universal truth
Examples of Proverb in a sentence
An old proverb says that an attorney who represents himself has a fool for a client. 🔊
Repeating a proverb, the wise woman reminded her heartbroken daughter that it is better to be slapped with the truth than kissed with a lie. 🔊
The clumsy equestrian tried to remember the proverb that says if you fall seven times, you should get eight every time he fell off his horse. 🔊
Each proverb in the ancient book gives wise advice that still rings true today. 🔊
The old Chinese proverb insists that within every crisis is the opportunity for growth. 🔊
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