When all men say you are an ass it is time to bray. (Strauss 1994, p. 1221)
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Meaning · English
English proverb; full definition pending editorial review.
Sources & notes
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Common questions
What does “When all men say you are an ass it is time to bray. (Strauss 1994, p. 1221)” mean?
English proverb; full definition pending editorial review.
Is “When all men say you are an ass it is time to bray. (Strauss 1994, p. 1221)” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.