- The best things come in small packages.
but
The bigger, the better.
- A miss is as good as a mile.
but
Half a loaf is better than no loaf.
- An old fox is not easily snared.
but
There's no fool like an old fool.
- A good beginning makes a good ending.
but
It's not over 'till it's over.
- Blood is thicker than water.
but
Many kinfolk, few friends.
- Practice makes perfect.
but
All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.
- If you lie down with dogs, you'll get up with fleas.
but
If you can't beat 'em, join 'em.
- A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.
but
A man's reach should exceed his grasp.
- There's safety in numbers.
but
Better be alone than in bad company.
- If at first you don't succeed, try, try again.
but
Don't beat a dead horse.