For parlor use, the vague generality is a life saver.
In the city a funeral is just an interruption of traffic; in the country it is a form of popular entertainment.
"Whom are you?" said he, for he had been to night school.
Do unto yourself as your Neighbours do unto Themselves and look Pleasant.
Anybody can win - unless there happens to be a second entry.
A friend who is near and dear may in time become as useless as a relative.