Thinking to get at once all the gold the goose could give, he killed it and opened it only to find - nothing.

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1885 We would often be sorry if our wishes were gratified.
1910 I will have nought to do with a man who can blow hot and cold with the same breath.
1849 While I see many hoof marks going in, I see none coming out. It is easier to get into the enemy's toils than out again.
1862 No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.
1665 It is not only fine feathers that make fine birds.

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