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Человеческие Отношения - Friendship

Погрузитесь в английские пословицы о дружбе, такие как 'лучше потерять шутку, чем друга' и 'друг познается в беде'.

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Human Relationships
a dog is man's best friend
a dog is man's best friend
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used to refer to the strong and loyal bond between dogs and humans, and their ability to provide comfort, companionship, and protection

Ex: Whenever I'm feeling down, my dog always manages to lift my spirits - I definitely believe that a dog is a man's best friend.
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a friend in need is a friend indeed
a friend in need is a friend indeed
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used to imply that a true friend is someone who supports and helps one during difficult times, showing their loyalty and trustworthiness

Ex: When I lost my job and hit a rough patch, my best friend was there to lend a listening ear and offer support - it's true what they say, a friend in need is a friend indeed.
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a man is known by the company he keeps

used to imply that a person's character and reputation can be influenced by the qualities and behavior of their friends and associates

Ex: When he started spending time with a crowd that was known for their reckless behavior, his reputation suffered - after all, a man is known by the company he keeps
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a good friend never offends
a good friend never offends
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used to imply that a true friend is someone who is considerate and respectful of their friends' feelings, avoiding actions or words that could be hurtful or damaging to the relationship

Ex: When she realized that her words had hurt her friend's feelings, she felt terrible - she knew that a good friend never offends and that she needed to be more careful with her words in the future.
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all men's friend (is|,) no man's friend
all men's friend is no man's friend
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used to suggest that someone who tries to be friends with everyone is not truly a loyal friend to anyone, as they may not prioritize any one person's needs or interests over another's

Ex: The woman had always tried to be friends with everyone, but when she needed support during a difficult time, she realized that all men's friend is no man's friend, and that she needed to focus on cultivating deeper, more authentic connections.
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you can choose your friends but you cannot choose your family

used to imply that one has the freedom to choose one's friends, but not one's family, emphasizing the need to accept and navigate familial relationships with patience

Ex: Even though my sister and I don't always get along, I know that family is important because, as they say, you can choose your friends but you cannot choose your family.
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a broken friendship may be soldered but will never be sound

used to suggest that repairing a damaged friendship or relationship is possible, but it will never be as strong and reliable as before due to lingering mistrust or resentment

Ex: It's been years since we had that falling out, and even though we're on good terms now, I still feel like something is missing - I suppose it's true what they say, a broken friendship may be soldered but will never be sound.
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a hedge between keeps friendship green

used to suggest that having boundaries and some privacy in a friendship can help to maintain its health and longevity, as it can prevent conflict and strain

Ex: While it's important to be supportive and involved in your friends' lives, it's also important to respect their privacy and maintain some space - after all, a hedge between keeps friendship green.
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a friend to all is a friend to none
a friend to all is a friend to none
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used to imply that a person who tries to be friends with everyone often lacks genuine loyalty and deep connections, as true friendship requires personal investment and a certain level of exclusivity

Ex: The man tried to be friends with everyone at work, but soon realized that a friend to all is a friend to none, as he was unable to maintain deep connections with anyone.
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friendship is like money, easier made than kept

used to imply that while it is easy to form new friendships, maintaining them over time requires effort and investment

Ex: I used to have many friends, but as I grew older, I realized that friendship is like money, easier made than kept.
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better lose a jest than a friend
better lose a jest than a friend
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used to imply that it is better to avoid making a joke that might offend a friend and risk damaging the friendship

Ex: Sarah had learned the hard way that making a joke at a friend's expense could cause lasting damage to the relationship, and so she always kept the saying better lose a jest than a friend in mind when interacting with others.
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be slow in choosing a friend, but slower in changing him

used to advise one to be cautious and deliberate in choosing friends, but to be loyal and patient with them once they are chosen

Ex: When Tom's friend made a mistake that hurt him deeply, he remembered the saying be slow in choosing a friend, but slower in changing him, and chose to work through the issue rather than abandoning the friendship.
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lend your money and lose your friend
lend your money and lose your friend
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used to suggest that lending money to a friend can strain the relationship and potentially lead to the loss of the friendship

Ex: Jane was hesitant to lend money to her friend, as she had heard the saying lend your money and lose your friend, and didn't want to risk her friendship.
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save us from our friends
save us from our friends
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used to suggest that even close friends can sometimes cause harm or trouble, and it is important to be cautious and protect oneself from negative consequences

Ex: Mary's friend persuaded her to go out for a night of heavy drinking, but she ended up getting into trouble with the law - save us from our friends.
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