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Plural
apothegms
1
a clever and concise expression that contains a general truth or principle
- The wise old teacher often used an apothegm to convey profound lessons in just a few words.
- His favorite apothegm, "Time is money," served as a constant reminder of the value of efficiency.
- The philosopher’s apothegm about the nature of happiness provided a succinct perspective on well-being.
- She quoted an apothegm from a famous author to illustrate her point during the discussion.
- The motivational speaker’s speech was peppered with apothegms that resonated with the audience.
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