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adage

noun

ˈa-dij

Definition of adage

as in proverb

an often stated observation regarding something from common experience that old adage, "the early bird gets the worm"

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Recent Examples of adage In this context, the old adage has been inverted from don’t judge a book by its cover to judge a reader by the covers on their books. — Madelyn Johnson, Literary Hub, 24 July 2026 But entertainment journalist Kristen Lopez disagrees with that adage. — Suzanne Van Atten, AJC.com, 19 July 2026 For a Cubs team that has dealt with all sorts of injuries to pitchers, Hoyer is maintaining his adage that a team can’t have too many arms. — Sean Hammond, Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2026 The adage grew that if Crerand played well, United played well. — Andy Mitten, New York Times, 13 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for adage

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An ancient proverb notes that a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 19 Aug. 2026
The reason can be explained by a Japanese proverb about the importance of leaving no mess.

— Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 June 2026

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The saying comes from the Navy SEALs, a group Cole had become fascinated with through his years around San Diego.

— Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
Teachers of science, mathematics and English were expected to include Quranic verses, sayings and traditions attributed to the Prophet Muhammad or other religious messages in their lessons.

— Fatima Faizi, NPR, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of saying

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Kilolani is the Hawaiian word for the stargazers, those who were inspired by the heavens.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026
Generations of Atlantans filled the North Avenue Presbyterian Church today to say farewell to Celestine Sibley, a woman whose words had moved them for more than half a century.

— AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 18 Aug. 2026

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