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Free Printable Old Sayings Bingo Cards

This is a "finish the saying" game. The caller reads the first half of a familiar proverb, such as "A stitch in time...", and the card shows only the ending, "saves nine". Residents say the ending together and cover it if they have it. Phrases learned in childhood come back quickly, so the whole room can join in.

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    How to play old sayings bingo

    1. Set the number of players, then press Print or save as PDF. Each player gets a different card.
    2. Call items in random order with the built-in caller, or use the printed call list.
    3. Players mark each called square. The first to complete a row, column or diagonal shouts "Bingo!"

    Tip: Print the call list first and write the opening half beside each ending so you are never caught guessing. Read slowly, pause, and let the room finish the line out loud before anyone looks at a card.

    Old Sayings Bingo word list

    These 36 items are loaded into the generator above. Edit, remove or add your own before printing.

    • saves nine
    • a penny earned
    • catches the worm
    • before they hatch
    • keeps the doctor away
    • is worth two in the bush
    • don't make a right
    • louder than words
    • spilled milk
    • a silver lining
    • than never
    • flock together
    • in one basket
    • never boils
    • grow fonder
    • of the beholder
    • by its cover
    • killed the cat
    • the best policy
    • try, try again
    • the best medicine
    • you leap
    • light work
    • perfect
    • in a day
    • on the other side
    • spoil the broth
    • the mice will play
    • there's fire
    • gathers no moss
    • is not gold
    • want not
    • than the sword
    • while the sun shines
    • bring May flowers
    • gets the grease
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    Questions and answers

    Are the bingo cards really free?

    Yes. You can print up to 10 unique cards per game at no cost, as often as you like, without creating an account. The optional Unlimited Pass is for larger groups.

    How do I save the cards as a PDF?

    Press "Print or save as PDF". In the print window choose "Save as PDF" as the printer. On a phone, use the share or print option in the preview that opens.

    Is every card different?

    Yes. Each card is shuffled separately from your list, so players cannot all win at the same time. The more items your list has beyond the number of squares, the more the cards differ.

    Can I use my own words?

    Yes. Replace the list with your own words or phrases, one per line. A 5×5 card with a free space needs at least 24 items, a 4×4 card needs 16 and a 3×3 card needs 8.

    What paper should I use?

    Normal printer paper works. Card stock lasts longer if you plan to reuse the cards. The layout fits both US Letter and A4.