distich

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Various have been the remedial means proposed in this terrific malady, and preservatives against it have been recorded in the following distich: Hæc tria labificum tollunt adverbia pestem; Mox, longè, tardè,—cede, recede, redi.

From Curiosities of Medical Experience by Millingen, J. G. (John Gideon)

The distich "Nostra damus," &c. was the playful composition, according to La Monnoye, of the celebrated Genevan reformer Th�odore de B�ze.

From Notes and Queries, Vol. IV, Number 101, October 4, 1851 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc. by Various

I recall from one of these a distich of some merit.

From Reminiscences, 1819-1899 by Howe, Julia Ward

This distich is said by a boy who feels very lazy, yet wishes to exert himself.

From Popular Rhymes and Nursery Tales A Sequel to the Nursery Rhymes of England by Halliwell-Phillipps, J. O. (James Orchard)

March winds are proverbial, and the following distich is not uncommon in Yorkshire: March winds and April showers, Bring forth May flowers.

From Popular Rhymes and Nursery Tales A Sequel to the Nursery Rhymes of England by Halliwell-Phillipps, J. O. (James Orchard)