Knowing how things work is the basis for appreciation, and is thus a source of civilized delight. 了解事物的运作方式是欣赏的基础，因此也是文明快乐的源泉。 -- William Safire 威廉·萨菲尔
It is as bad to have too many friends as no friends at all. 有太多的朋友和没有朋友一样糟糕。
The persons we eat with are the ones to kills us. 和我们一起吃饭的人是杀害我们的人。
Spice is black, but it has a sweet smack. 香料是黑色的，但有甜的味道。
He is separated from the water by a plank. 他用一块木板把他和水隔开。
Debts are like women, once you have them you can't get rid of them. 债务就像女人，一旦有了就无法摆脱。