A proverb is a short,well-known saying that expresses a common truth or belief.

VOA: special.2009.08.30

The people had elected Polk because they shared his belief that the United States should extend from sea to sea -- from the Atlantic to the Pacific Oceans.

VOA: special.2009.02.19

So,first of all,let me assert my firm belief that the only thing we have to fear is fear itself - nameless,unreasoning,unjustified terror which paralyzes needed efforts to convert retreat into advance."

VOA: special.2011.05.19

Some of Wilson's compromises violated his belief in self-determination.

VOA: special.2010.11.11

So,first of all, let me assert my firm belief that the only thing we have to fear is fear itself-- nameless,unreasoning,unjustified terror which paralyzes needed efforts to convert retreat into advance."

VOA: special.2011.03.17

"Our plan is based on the belief that fast-acting tax relief is the most effective way to put our economy back on track,"

VOA: standard.2009.10.03

Aslan said Washington has traditionally supported autocratic regimes in the belief that,without them, anti-west Islamist groups such as the Muslim Brotherhood movement will come to power.

VOA: standard.2010.05.11

In announcing the award, Templeton officials said "Ayala's clear voice in matters of science and faith echoes the foundation's belief that evolution of the mind and truly open-minded inquiry can lead to real spiritual progress in the world."

VOA: standard.2010.04.05