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Qualities - Usefulness & Value

Master English proverbs regarding usefulness and value, like "no more than the man in the moon" and "a store is no sore".

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it does not matter if a cat is black or white as long as it catches mice

used to imply that achieving the desired outcome is more important than superficial qualities or traditional approaches, highlighting the importance of practicality and effectiveness

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a king's chaff is worth more than other men's corn

used to imply that something associated with a person in a position of power is perceived as more valuable than the same thing associated with someone of lesser status, regardless of its actual worth

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a store is no sore

used to highlight the idea of keeping or storing items that may not have immediate value or purpose, as they could prove useful or valuable in the future

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free vinegar is sweeter than honey

used to suggest that something that is free is often more appreciated than something that is expensive, even if the free thing is of lower quality

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it is a poor dog that is not worth whistling for

used to imply that even seemingly insignificant things or people can have value or usefulness, and that one should not dismiss or underestimate them too quickly

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not worth a brass farthing

used to imply that something or someone is completely worthless and has no value at all

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one man's trash is another man's treasure

used to suggest that what is considered worthless by one person may be valuable to another, as value is subjective and varies from person to person

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keep a thing seven years and you will find a use for it

used to suggest that if one holds on to something for a long enough time, one will eventually find a purpose or a use for it

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no more than the man in the moon

used to imply that someone or something is considered to be insignificant, unimportant, or of little value

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jack of all trades, master of none

a versatile and adaptable individual who can handle a variety of tasks effectively

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