Phrase guide
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proverb
One must be vigilant and cognizant of challenging and hazardous surroundings or situations, or the usual events will occur.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: humorous, often, sarcastic, uncommon
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Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
proverb
Used to assert the validity of a stereotype regarding the way people behave.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Antonyms: none provided
History
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