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School: Baile Nua, Droichead Átha (roll number 13083)

Location:
Newtown, Co. Louth
Teachers:
R. Ní Mhaolmhochaire E. Ní Laoi
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  1. Proverbs and Sayings

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    "We are not built, like a ship to be tossed but like a house to stand."
    "A lot of bed makes a dull head".
    "Smile and the world will smile with you, weep and youw eep alone".
    "Give a lie a good start and the trueth will never overtake it."
    "All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy"
    "Turn your face towards the sunshine, and the shadows will fall behind".
    "A friend in need is a friend in deed."
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