John Heywood
John Heywood
John Heywoodwas an English writer known for his plays, poems, and collection of proverbs. Although he is best known as a playwright, he was also active as a musician and composer, though no musical works survive...
NationalityEnglish
ProfessionDramatist
hit indication lower soon
It may be too soon to say we hit bottom, but it's at least some indication that there isn't a lot lower to go.
energy engine mankind might next niche save
The next new engine isnt going to save mankind from its energy crisis, ... If theyre lucky, they might get a niche market.
crisis energy engine mankind might next niche save
The next new engine isn't going to save mankind from its energy crisis, ... If they're lucky, they might get a niche market.
physicians
Feed by measure, and defy the physician.
sorrow storm comfort
Be of comfort, and your heavy sorrow Part equally among us; storms divided, Abate their force, and with less rage are guided.
both cake commonly eat
Would ye both eat your cake and have your cake?This is commonly misquotes as You can't have you're cake and eat it, too.
frying john pan proverbs
Out of the frying pan into the fire. John Heywood The Proverbs of John Heywood (1546)
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Out of the frying pan into the fire. John Heywood The Proverbs of John Heywood (1546)
hands john light proverbs
Many hands make light work. The Proverbs of John Heywood (1546)
agreement three
Three may keep counsel, if two are away.
shots bolts
A fooles bolt is soone shot.
fishes
All is fish that comth to net.
stills
The still sowe eats up all the draffe.
purses
Put your toong in your purse.