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One of several terms describing short, pithy sayings. Others
include adage, apothegm,
maxim, paroemia,
proverb, and sententia.
Examples
A stitch in time saves nine.
Related Figures
Related Topics of Invention
- Testimony: Maxims or Proverbs
