The following word game consists of proverbs, or old sayings, translated into pretentious, inflated language. See how many of them you can figure out. You can do these alone or with a group of friends.
Study this example first:
Missiles of ligneous or petrous consistency have the potential of fracturing my osseous structure, but appellations will eternally remain innocuous.
Translation: Sticks and stones can hurt my bones, but words can never harm me.