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Proverb

/prˈɑvərb/
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(noun) A commonly used sentence expressing popular wisdom.

"A rolling stone gathers no moss" is a proverb.
The old proverb still holds good in our modern society.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The old ____ says that a stitch in time saves nine, meaning early action prevents bigger problems.

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