1401. Scalded cat. A scalded cat fears cold water.

1402. Sceptre. A sceptre is one thing, a ladle another.

1403. Scholar. A mere scholar a mere ass.

1404. Scholars. The greatest scholars are not always the wisest men.

1405. Scorning. Scorning is catching.

1406. Scotch mist. A Scotch mist will wet an Englishman through to the skin.

1407. Sea. On the sea sail; on the land settle.

1408. Season. Everything is good in its season.

1409. Season. To everything there is a season; and a time to every purpose under heaven.

1410. Second blow. 'Tis the second blow that makes a fray.