Hi, I just had an argument with a friend on the phrase "Speak now or forever hold your peace", usually used in matrimonial proceedings. According to him, it ought to be "Speak now or forever hold your piece" which though not grammatically wrong, it in my opinion not the proper usage in the context of the original phrase. Can someone shed some light on this please? I am absolutely convinced that its shd be PEACE and not PIECE. THANKS!
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