An alibi is a reason with a bad reputation.
To err is human; to admit it, superhuman.
Home computers are being called upon to perform many new functions, including the consumption of homework formerly eaten by the dog.
If people concentrated on the really important things in life, there'd be a shortage of fishing poles.
It's a wise person who knows the difference between free speech and cheap talk.
Bad news travels fast. Good news takes the scenic route.