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Tar was used in old shipbuilding, the way we use caulking today, to seal against water penetration. If too little tar was used, to save a ha'penny (half a penny) and openings left unsealed, the ship might take on water and eventually sink (spoil).

Q: What is the phrase don't spoil the ship for a ha' porth of tar?

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