Words similar to adage

Example sentences for: adage

How can you use “adage” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

The adage that more is better may not hold true for vitamin E as there may be beneficial effects at certain levels but not at high levels.
A new adage is proving true in Washington: Ex-politicians don't retire.
To sum up, in terms of the adage that genius is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration, the book's enthymematic nature suggests that not quite enough sweat has been broken.
Remember the old adage: There’s no bad weather, only bad clothing.
Prudie thinks the old adage is true: Money doesn't care who has it.