Robert Christy, comp. Proverbs, Maxims and Phrases of All Ages. 1887.
No, Yes
My “no” is as good as your “yes.”Italian.
“No” and “yes” cause long disputes.Danish.
“No” is a good answer when given in time.Danish.
Out of “yes” and “no” come all disputes.French.
Ten no’s are better than one lie.Danish.
“Yes” and “no” is a long dispute.German.