A fool and his money are soon parted
Foolish people do not know how to hold on to their money.
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fool and his money are soon parted, a
fool and his money are soon parted, aA silly or stupid person readily wastes money. For example, Albert is known for giving waiters enormous tips—a fool and his money are soon parted. This proverbial expression has been cited again and again since the mid-1500s.
A fool and his money are soon parted
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"A fool and his money are soon parted, nephew—there is a Joe Miller for your Joe Manton," answered the Antiquary; "I am glad you have so many guineas to throw away."
From The Antiquary — Volume 02 by Scott, Walter, Sir
It is not hard to find the analogy in these expressions: "Lightning never strikes twice in the same place"; "Don't count your chickens before they are hatched"; "A fool and his money are soon parted."
From Practical Argumentation by Pattee, George K.
"A fool and his money are soon parted," says the adage.
From The Golden Censer The duties of to-day, the hopes of the future by McGovern, John
Allow me to remind you of a well-known proverb: A fool and his money are soon parted.
From No Name by Collins, Wilkie
"A fool and his money are soon parted," said Squire Leech.
From Herbert Carter's Legacy by Alger, Horatio
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