“Working and working at it, iron can be pulverized.” — Basque proverb · The Inspired Sage

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Working and working at it, iron can be pulverized.

— Basque proverb

Basque proverb; original: “Arian, arian, zehetzen da burnia.” (Wikiquote: Basque proverbs)

About this proverb

Attributed to: Basque proverb
Source: Basque proverb; original: “Arian, arian, zehetzen da burnia.” (Wikiquote: Basque proverbs)
Culture / tradition: Basque
Attribution status: Traditional
Verification: Primary reference

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