We can live without our friends, but not without our neighbours

Similar English and Irish sayings:

One enemy can do more hurt than ten friends can do good One enemy can do more hurt than ten friends can do good
When good cheer is lacking, our friends will be packing When good cheer is lacking, our friends will be packing
Have but few friends, though many acquaintances Have but few friends, though many acquaintances

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