proverbed; proverbing; proverbs
ˈprō-ˌvərb 
-ˈvərb
: a form of the verb do used to avoid repetition of a verb (such as do in "act as I do")
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Noun (1)
her grandfather has a proverb for every occasion
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Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 17 Oct. 2025
His tale has become a proverb for any outdoor fanatic who, despite all of the proper planning and preparation, is undone by forces more powerful than him or herself.
—Frederick Dreier, Outside, 7 Oct. 2025
On the other hand, perhaps this is one of those rare and unforeseen opportunities that give rise to the proverb of no guts, no glory.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
For centuries, the proverb has reminded us that seeing is believing.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 16 Sep. 2025
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Noun
The lyrics, some inspired by proverbs and biblical passages, convey the fervor of his first love with God, without losing his personal touch.
—Jessica Roiz, Billboard, 17 Oct. 2025
His tale has become a proverb for any outdoor fanatic who, despite all of the proper planning and preparation, is undone by forces more powerful than him or herself.
—Frederick Dreier, Outside, 7 Oct. 2025
On the other hand, perhaps this is one of those rare and unforeseen opportunities that give rise to the proverb of no guts, no glory.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
For centuries, the proverb has reminded us that seeing is believing.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 16 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for proverb
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“Proverb.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/proverb. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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