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War is not porridge
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There is always a winner even in a monkey’s beauty contest.
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A pretty basket does not prevent worries.
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Between true friends even water drunk together is sweet enough.
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The goat says: “Where there is blood, there is plenty of food.”
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Lack of knowledge is darker than night.
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A single stick may smoke, but it will not burn.
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The most beautiful fig may contain a worm.
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Where there is love there is no darkness.
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Patience puts a crown on the head.
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