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persuasion is better than force
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it takes a thief to catch a thief
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cross the stream where it is shallowest
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a clever hawk hides its claws
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a fool shows his annoyance at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult
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the first blow is half the battle
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if you cannot beat them, (you might as well) join them
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nothing must be done hastily but killing of fleas
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old poacher makes the best gamekeeper
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send the helve after the hatchet
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you cannot catch old birds with chaff
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it is good to make a bridge of gold to a flying enemy
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a soft answer turns away wrath
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not cast a clout until May be out
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waste not, want not
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hope for the best, (and) prepare for the worst
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the customer is always right
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keep your friends close and your enemies closer
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say well or be still
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the second mouse gets the cheese
persuasion is better than force
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/pɚswˈeɪʒən ɪz bˈɛɾɚ ðɐn fˈoːɹs/
PangungusapProverb

used to imply that it is more effective and beneficial to convince or influence someone to do something through reasoning and negotiation, rather than through the use of threats or violence

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In relationships and negotiations, it's important to remember that persuasion is better than force.
it takes a thief to catch a thief
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/ɪt tˈeɪks ɐ θˈiːf tə kˈætʃ ɐ θˈiːf/
PangungusapProverb

used to suggest that a person with experience in a particular activity, even if it is illegal or unethical, may be the most effective at identifying and catching others who engage in that activity

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It takes a thief to catch a thief indeed.
cross the stream where it is shallowest
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/kɹˈɔs ðə stɹˈiːm wˌɛɹ ɪt ɪz ʃˈæloʊəst/
PangungusapProverb

used to suggest that instead of taking a difficult or dangerous route, it is better to look for the simplest or most efficient way to reach one's goal

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For our first entrepreneurial venture, we decided to cross the stream where it is shallowest by starting small and local rather than taking on a massive nationwide project initially.
a clever hawk hides its claws
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/ɐ klˈɛvɚ ɔːɹ tˈæləntᵻd hˈɔːk hˈaɪdz ɪts klˈɔːz/
PangungusapProverb

used to imply that it is important to be strategic and patient in pursuing one's goals, and to avoid showing all of one's strengths and weaknesses at once

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In negotiations, a clever hawk hides its claws, which is why it's important to be strategic and hold back some of your bargaining chips until the right moment.
a fool shows his annoyance at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult
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/ɐ fˈuːl ʃˈoʊz hɪz ɐnˈɔɪəns ɐtwˈʌns bˌʌt ɐ pɹˈuːdənt mˈæn ˌoʊvɚlˈʊks ɐn ˈɪnsʌlt/
PangungusapProverb

used to suggest that it is unwise to react impulsively or emotionally to insults or provocations, and that it is better to respond calmly and thoughtfully

the first blow is half the battle
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/ðə fˈɜːst blˈoʊ ɪz hˈæf ðə bˈæɾəl/
PangungusapProverb

used to imply that taking the initiative and acting decisively can provide a significant advantage in achieving one's goals

if you cannot beat them, (you might as well) join them
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/ɪf juː kænˈɑːt bˈiːt ðˌɛm juː mˌaɪt æz wˈɛl dʒˈɔɪn ðˌɛm/
PangungusapProverb

used to imply that it may be more advantageous to align with a group or situation that cannot be defeated or overcome in order to gain some benefit or advantage

nothing must be done hastily but killing of fleas
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/nˈʌθɪŋ mˈʌst biː dˈʌn hˈeɪstɪli bˌʌt kˈɪlɪŋ ʌv flˈiːz/
PangungusapProverb

used to advise exercising patience and careful consideration in important matters, while recognizing that some minor tasks can be dealt with quickly

old poacher makes the best gamekeeper
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/ˈoʊld pˈoʊtʃɚ mˌeɪks ðə bˈɛst ɡˈeɪmkiːpɚ/
PangungusapProverb

used to imply that someone who has experience breaking rules or doing things wrong can be more effective at enforcing those same rules, or teaching others how to do things right

send the helve after the hatchet
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/sˈɛnd ðə hˈɛlv ˈæftɚ ðə hˈætʃɪt/
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used to suggest that it is important to be resourceful and proactive in solving problems, and to take action to address issues as they arise

you cannot catch old birds with chaff
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/juː kænˈɑːt kˈætʃ ˈoʊld bˈɜːdz wɪð tʃˈæf/
PangungusapProverb

used to imply that experienced or wise individuals cannot be easily fooled or misled by things of little or no value

it is good to make a bridge of gold to a flying enemy
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/ɪt ɪz ɡˈʊd tə mˌeɪk ɐ bɹˈɪdʒ ʌv ɡˈoʊld tʊ ɐ flˈaɪɪŋ ˈɛnəmi/
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used to advise one to help the enemy when they are trying to retreat, as it can make it more difficult for them to continue to fight against one

a soft answer turns away wrath
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/ɐ sˈɔft ˈænsɚ tˈɜːnz ɐwˈeɪ ɹˈæθ/
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used to imply a gentle and kind response to anger can help calm the situation and prevent it from escalating

not cast a clout until May be out
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/nˌɑːt kˈæst ɐ klˈaʊt ʌntˈɪl tˈɪl mˈeɪ biː ɪz ˈaʊt/
PangungusapProverb

used to suggest that it is wise to wait and avoid making significant decisions or taking action until the situation or circumstances have become clearer or more certain

waste not, want not
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/wˈeɪst nˈɑːt wˈɑːnt nˈɑːt/
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used to emphasize that being mindful of resource usage and avoiding wastefulness can prevent future scarcity or need

hope for the best, (and) prepare for the worst
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/hˈoʊp fɚðə bˈɛst ænd ɔːɹ pɹɪpˈɛɹ fɚðə wˈɜːst/
PangungusapProverb

used to suggest that one should remain optimistic while being realistic and taking practical steps to prepare for potential negative outcomes or obstacles

the customer is always right
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/ðə kˈʌstəmɚɹ ɪz ˈɔːlweɪz ɹˈaɪt/
PangungusapProverb

used to emphasize the importance of avoiding disputes or conflicts with customers and maintaining positive customer relations in business

keep your friends close and your enemies closer
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/kˈiːp jʊɹ fɹˈɛndz klˈoʊs ænd jʊɹ ˈɛnəmɪz klˈoʊsɚ/
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used to advise one to maintain a close relationship with enemies or competitors in order to stay informed about their actions and intentions

say well or be still
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/sˈeɪ wˈɛl ɔːɹ biː stˈɪl/
PangungusapProverb

used to suggest that sometimes it is better to stay silent rather than saying something that could cause harm or lead to unwanted consequences

the second mouse gets the cheese
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/ðə sˈɛkənd mˈaʊs ɡˈɛts ðə tʃˈiːz/
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used to imply that there can be an advantage in being cautious and waiting for others to take risks first, as it may lead to less risk and more reward by learning from the mistakes of others

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