Empty vessels make the most sound

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Empty vessels make the most sound.

Prov. Foolish people make the most noise. I suspect Amy is not very smart. She chatters constantly, and as they say, empty vessels make the most sound.

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My Auntie Nell told me a long time ago that empty vessels make the most sound. Empty Vessel by Ginibi, Ruby Langford / Southerly More results

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