(slang) A simple harmonica

Alternative form of gob stick

(archaic) A bridle for a horse

(slang) A clarinet. / (archaic, UK, dialect or slang) A spoon. / A stick or device for removing the hook from a fish's gullet.

History (or progress) moves ahead, no matter the criticism it may attract.

Things don't always work out as they were planned.

plural of golden shower

A large desert in Asia, spanning the countries of Mongolia and China.

Good fortune or providential aid comes to those who make an effort to accomplish things.

Given or sent by God, or apparently so.