He followed in his father's footsteps, but his gait was somewhat erratic.

He followed in his father's footsteps, but his gait was somewhat erratic.

Her interest in natural history was confined to observation of the crows' feet gathering around her eyes.

One should not exaggerate the importance of trifles. Life, for instance, is much too short to be taken seriously.

He who enjoys a good neighbor, said the Greeks, has a precious possession. Same goes for neighbour's wife.

Getting married is a serious matter for a girl; not getting married is even more serious.

No news is good news. No journalists is even better.