Water that has reached its level does not flow

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Flowing water never goes bad; our door hubs never gather termites Flowing water never goes bad; our door hubs never gather termites
The water that bears the ship is the same that engulfs it The water that bears the ship is the same that engulfs it
Not only can water float a boat, it can sink it also Not only can water float a boat, it can sink it also
Weaving a net is better than praying for fish at the edge of the water Weaving a net is better than praying for fish at the edge of the water
How can you put out a fire set on a cart-load of firewood with only a cup of water How can you put out a fire set on a cart-load of firewood with only a cup of water

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