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Actions speak louder than words. The pen is mightier than the sword. Contradictory Proverbs.........Which one to follow?

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Action speaks louder than words
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In a number of cases words are as good as actions. Make use of the proverb in view of the context.
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Actions speak louder than words.
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Actions speak louder than words
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English Language / Business Communication Trainer (Corporate Trainer) - Body Language and Soft skills expert.

I think I'd use both... the choice would depend upon the situation.
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Spoken English, Communication Skill, Personality Development trainer with 16 years experience

Both the proverbs are quite correct. The usage of these proverbs depends on the situation that one is facing at that time.
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M.B.A

Proverbs are meant to justify the situations set in the olden days.
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Which proverb to follow will depend on the situation that one is faced with.
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In this digital world....actions speak more than words
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The pen is usually linked with writing. It helps the writer to record his thoughts on paper. Sword is a weapon used forcefully against someone. A sword can be wielded well only by those who are physically fit. But words can flow from the pen of even a feeble man. If he is a good writer, he can use the...
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The pen is usually linked with writing. It helps the writer to record his thoughts on paper. Sword is a weapon used forcefully against someone. A sword can be wielded well only by those who are physically fit. But words can flow from the pen of even a feeble man. If he is a good writer, he can use the words to their desired effect. whereas Actions speak louder than words refers to actions that should meet verbal obligations or sentiments. If a person constantly talks about the plight of the poor but never thinks of donating to a charity or in any way mitigating that plight, their words have a hollowness or empty quality. read less
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