“A word in the ear is often as good as a halter under it, and saves the groat.”
“Thou discoursest well,” said Sir Thomas, “but others can discourse well likewise. Thou shalt avoid; I am resolute.”
William Shakspeare.
“I supplicate your honour to impart unto me, in your wisdom, the mode and means whereby I may surcease to be disgraceful to the county.”
Sir Thomas.
“I am not bloody-minded.
“First, thou shalt have the fairest and fullest examination. Much hath been deposed against thee; something may come forth for thy advantage. I will not thy death; thou shalt not die.
“The laws have loopholes, like castles, both to shoot from and to let folks down.”
Sir Silas.
“That pointed ear would look the better for paring, and that high forehead can hold many letters.”