Every one puts his fault on the times.
Meaning: People habitually blame circumstances and bad luck rather than acknowledging their own responsibility.
Origin: Recorded in A Dictionary of English Proverbs and Proverbial Phrases, an undated collection published in London by Whittaker & Co. around 1880 and credited to Thomas Preston. Its earlier history hasn't been traced.
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From our idioms
- a pesar de los pesares — Despite all difficulties and hardships; no matter what obstacles arise.
- sin cuartel — Without mercy or restraint; ruthlessly and completely.
- perder los estribos — To lose one's temper or composure; to become angry or agitated.