* "The old adage, 'time heals all wounds,' is often true, but it doesn't always feel that way at first." (This uses the adage as a direct quote.)
* "The adage about early birds getting the worm is particularly relevant when it comes to securing the best concert tickets." (This uses the adage as a general reference.)
* "My grandmother lived by the adage, 'work hard, play harder,' and she instilled that same philosophy in her children and grandchildren." (This shows how an adage can be a guiding principle for someone's life.)
* "The company's new slogan, 'Think outside the box,' is a tired adage that has been overused for years." (This shows that adages can sometimes become clichéd.)