The book says the saying began because a competitor's face was cleaned with a cloth towel or other material.

VOA: special.2010.11.21

They can share information with their friends without their parents, or other adults, knowing what they are saying.

VOA: special.2009.12.04

He responded by saying: "Now we must redefine 'tool', redefine 'man', or accept chimpanzees as human."

VOA: special.2009.11.18

The saying warns against striking too high, or a chip might fall into your eye.

VOA: special.2010.01.17

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

VOA: special.2009.03.01

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

VOA: special.2009.08.30

Just saying peace won't bring peace. Those who are in direct or indirect contact with the PKK are accomplices to murder.

VOA: standard.2010.06.17

(SAYING) Simbo says if he works hard, he can get two or three carats of gold every day.

VOA: standard.2010.04.22

(Speaking in Russian) He says in some aspects, Russia is putting slight pressure on its partners, by saying this or that is unacceptable.

VOA: standard.2009.12.25

Analysts welcomed the move, saying the yuan -- also known as the "renminbi" or "RMB" -- has been shackled to the U.S.dollar for nearly two years.

VOA: standard.2010.06.21

U.S.officials never acknowledge these strikes, saying they do not discuss operational or intelligence matters.

VOA: standard.2009.10.27

One Senate committee has done so. Senate Finance Committee chairman Max Baucus announced plans Wednesday to begin moving another version toward a vote in that panel, saying he will go forward with or without Republican support.

VOA: standard.2009.09.10

In his weekly address, Mr.Obama says Americans can honor veterans by sending a letter or package to troops overseas, volunteering at health clinics or just saying "thank you" to a veteran walking by on the street.

VOA: standard.2009.05.23