Proverbs 17:14

ASV — American Standard Version

“The beginning of strife isas when one letteth out water: Therefore leave off contention, before there is quarrelling.”

KJV — King James Version

“The beginning of strife is as when one letteth out water: therefore leave off contention, before it be meddled with.”

WEB — World English Bible

“The beginning of strife is like breaching a dam, therefore stop contention before quarreling breaks out.”