- I fear the Greeks, even when they bring gifts.
- <01> Я боюсь греков, даже когда они подносят дары. Vergil (Вергилий).
Англо-русский словарь цитат, пословиц, поговорок и идиом. Академик.ру. 2011.
Англо-русский словарь цитат, пословиц, поговорок и идиом. Академик.ру. 2011.
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