English for Today by Ganiu Abisoye Bamgbose (Dr GAB)
IDIOMS AND VARIANTS
Don’t compare yourself with her; she was ~born with a silver spoon~ (nonstandard).
Don’t compare yourself with her; she was born with a silver spoon in her mouth (standard).
You should accept this; ~half bread is better than none~ (nonstandard).
You should accept this; half a load is better than none (standard).
Never sign a contract without reading; ~a word is enough for the wise~ (nonstandard).
Never sign a contract without reading; a word to the wise (standard).
Never sign a contract without reading; a word to the wise is enough (standard).
GAB
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