
ProverbWisdom
International origin
Water finds its own level
Meaning: People and things naturally settle into their proper place over time.
Origin: Rooted in a physical fact: water in connected vessels settles at the same height. As a proverb it is used of people, who tend to end up among others of similar character, ability or standing. When it was first applied to people has not been traced.
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