School: Gleann Bruacháin (B.), Cnoc Luinge (roll number 12613)
- Location:
- Glenbrohane, Co. Limerick
- Teacher: P.B. Shine
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0511, Page 396
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- "Don't sleep on that ear" - don't be too confident
"Nothing resembles a cat more than a pusheen." - Said of those who betray the evil qualities of their forebears
"Smooth water runs deep." - People may not be as innocent as their appearance would suggest.
"You can't take the book by the cover." - A person is not as good as he looks to be
"Take the bull by the horns" - Make a good start and things won't be as difficult for you
"Take the ball in the hop" - Take advantage of the very first opportunity.
"Its a long road that has no turn" - Said in anger of those who refuse to assist or oblige us in some way. Meaning spite or revenge at some future date.
"A good run is better than a bad stand said the tailor when he ran from the gander."
"Don't count your chickens before they're hatched" If you expect too much you'll be disappointed.
"The old dog for the hard road and(continues on next page)
