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This expression is used to describe something that is impossible, highly improbable, or contrary to its inherent nature. It is often used to refer to a person who is usually very angry or aggressive suddenly acting calm or gentle, which feels unnatural to their character.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone gets stuck in a difficult or limited circumstance and eventually accepts it as their whole world, either out of helplessness or a lack of better perspective. It refers to people who settle for a miserable state because they cannot see or reach beyond it.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where two different paths or choices lead to the same unfortunate result. It suggests that whether a problem is caused by nature (whirlpool) or man-made (moat), the consequence of being trapped or ruined remains identical.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to monsoon patterns. It suggests that if there is heavy wind during the 'Hasta' rain period (causing leaves to shake/flutter), it indicates a lack of moisture or a change in weather that prevents rains from occurring in the subsequent 'Chitta' period.

This proverb describes a situation where someone is forced to accept a bad or mediocre situation because they have no other choice, eventually convincing themselves it is the best place to be. It is used to mock people who settle for poor conditions out of helplessness or lack of ambition.

This proverb suggests that people will not show the same level of commitment, risk-taking, or care for something that is not their own. Just as a rented horse might lack the spirit or loyalty to leap over dangerous obstacles for a temporary master, employees or outsiders often lack the passion and dedication that an owner or stakeholder would naturally possess.

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This proverb is used to indicate that certain events in life are inevitable and beyond human control once they are set in motion. Just as a physical urge like vomiting cannot be suppressed, significant life events like marriage will happen when the time is right, regardless of attempts to delay or stop them.

This proverb emphasizes that low investment or poor preparation leads to failure in challenging tasks. Just as horses fed only on cheap boiled snacks (guggillu) instead of high-quality feed lack the strength to leap across defensive ditches, a person who is inadequately trained or provided with cheap resources cannot handle high-stakes responsibilities.

This expression describes a situation where someone who is used to a life of luxury, comfort, or indulgence suffers immensely when those comforts are taken away. It is used to highlight the struggle of overcoming a habit or a standard of living that one has become overly dependent upon.

This expression is used to describe a deeply ingrained habit, trait, or skill that stays with a person throughout their lifetime. It suggests that once something is learned or becomes part of a person's nature, it is nearly impossible to change or get rid of it.

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