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  2. Allegory of the long spoons - Wikipedia

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    In heaven, the diners feed one another across the table and are sated. The story can encourage people to be kind to each other. There are various interpretations of the fable including its use in sermons and in advice to uncaring people.

  3. Bread and butter (superstition) - Wikipedia

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    Bread and butter" is a superstitious blessing or charm, typically said by young couples or friends walking together when they are forced to separate by an obstacle, such as a pole or another person. By saying the phrase, the bad luck of letting something come between them is thought to be averted. [ 1 ]

  4. Let them eat cake - Wikipedia

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    "Let them eat cake" is the traditional translation of the French phrase "Qu'ils mangent de la brioche ", [1] said to have been spoken in the 18th century by "a great princess" upon being told that the peasants had no bread. The French phrase mentions brioche, a bread enriched with butter and eggs, considered a luxury food. The quote is taken to ...

  5. Today’s NYT ‘Strands’ Hints, Spangram and Answers ... - AOL

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    In today's puzzle, there are nine theme words to find (including the spangram). Hint: The first one can be found in the top half of the board. Here are the first two letters for each word: YU. MA ...

  6. 'Kindred Spirits' ghost hunters Amy Bruni and Adam ... - AOL

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    What is "ghost bread?" Kindred Spirits hosts Adam Berry and Amy Bruni share the story behind the baguette that makes an appearance in every episode. (Photo: Adam Berry)

  7. List of proverbial phrases - Wikipedia

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    The only way to understand a woman is to love her; The old wooden spoon beats me down; The only way to find a friend is to be one; The pen is mightier than the sword; The pot calling the kettle black; The proof of the pudding is in the eating; The rich get richer and the poor get poorer; The road to Hell is paved with good intentions

  8. 10 Genius Phrases To Use Instead of 'I'm Busy,' According to ...

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    The One Time It's Best To Say "I'm Busy" All of the above responses are great swaps for "I'm busy," but Dr. Cooper says there's one time when the phrase is the best one to go with.

  9. Shortnin' Bread - Wikipedia

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    "Shortnin' Bread" (also spelled "Shortenin' Bread", "Short'nin' Bread", or "Sho'tnin' Bread") is an American folk song dating back at least to 1900, when James Whitcomb Riley published it as a poem. While there is speculation that Riley may have based his poem on an earlier African-American plantation song, [ 1 ] no definitive evidence of such ...