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The adage says, practice makes perfect.
What does Adage mean?
An adage is a short wise saying.
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A short, well-known saying that gives advice or shares a common truth.
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My grandmother often used an adage to teach a lesson.
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The essay began with an adage about patience and hard work.
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WordAdage.
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MeaningAdage means An adage is a short wise saying.
ExampleExample: The adage says, practice makes perfect.
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Synonyms
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proverbUse for a short traditional saying that gives advice.
sayingUse for a familiar phrase or expression.
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nonsenseUse for words or ideas without useful meaning.
new phraseA contrast to an old, well-known saying.
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