a little nonsense now and then, is cherished by the wisest men
sentenceused to imply that taking a break from serious matters to enjoy some playfulness can be beneficial and even wise
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a little of what you fancy does you good
sentenceused to suggest that indulging in small amounts of something enjoyable or desired can have positive effects on one's well-being, emphasizing the value of moderation
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better a little fire to warm us than a great one to burn us
sentenceused to imply that it is better to have a modest or moderate amount of something than to have too much of it, which may lead to negative consequences or harm
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better late than never
sentenceused to mean that it is better to take action or complete a task, even if it is delayed, rather than not doing it at all
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eat at pleasure, drink with measure
sentenceused to advise that it is acceptable to indulge in eating to one's satisfaction, but it is important to control alcohol intake to avoid harmful effects on one's health
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enough is as good as a feast
sentenceused to suggest that having just enough of something is preferable to having too much of it, emphasizing the value of moderation and contentment over excess
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the half is better than the whole
sentenceused to suggest that having a smaller portion of something can be more beneficial or valuable and less overwhelming or burdensome than having the entire thing
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honey in excess is no longer sweet
sentenceused to imply that even the most pleasurable or enjoyable things can lose their appeal if they are overindulged in or taken to extremes
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it is part of a good shepherd to shear his flock, not (to) skin it
sentenceused to emphasize that a good leader takes care of those they are responsible for, by taking only what is necessary and not exploiting or harming them
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keep no more cats than can catch mice
sentenceused to suggest that one should not keep more resources, tools, or employees than are necessary to accomplish a task or objective, as it can be wasteful and inefficient
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there is measure in all things
sentenceused to emphasize that moderation and balance are important in all aspects of life
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eat to live, not live to eat
sentenceused to emphasize the importance of moderation in eating and treating food as fuel for the body rather than a source of constant pleasure or comfort
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little and often fills the purse
sentenceused to advise that consistent, small efforts can lead to significant results over time, as regular small savings can accumulate to create a considerable amount of wealth
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life is hard by the yard, but by the inch life is a cinch
sentenceused to suggest that when faced with difficult tasks or challenges, it is easier to tackle them in small, manageable steps rather than trying to handle everything at once
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moderation in all things
sentenceused to imply that excess or deficiency in any area can lead to negative consequences, and that finding a proper balance is the key to a healthy and fulfilling life
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meat and mass never hindered man
sentenceused to imply that it is possible to find a balance between satisfying material needs and nurturing one's spiritual or emotional well-being
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all work and no play makes Jack (become) a dull boy
sentenceused to suggest that if someone only focuses on work and does not take time for leisure activities or enjoyment, they will become boring, uninteresting, and unhappy
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