It is no use spoiling the ship for a ha’p’orth of tar
This teaches the folly of false economy; of failing to achieve one's purpose by trying to save in a small detail; of marring an effect in order... Read more →
This teaches the folly of false economy; of failing to achieve one's purpose by trying to save in a small detail; of marring an effect in order... Read more →
We use this proverb in referring to those why are the first to seek safety when danger threatens, or to fade away at the first sight of trouble.