I reminded her of the old adage, 'Never put all of your eggs into one basket.'" "But that is so sound a basket, George!" "Yes.

It is thought so," with a shrug.
"Poor child! She needs a guardian to advise her." Waldeaux's countenance grew black.

"She should employ an attorney.

It certainly will never be my duty to advise Miss Dunbar," he retorted irritably.
George showed himself shrewd and able in his work.

Mr.Hoyle was a powerful backer.