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This expression is used to describe a person who examines something with extreme, often excessive, detail. It refers to a rigorous or pedantic scrutiny where one looks for even the smallest flaws or nuances, similar to the English idiom 'hair-splitting'.

Applied to a very minute enquiry.

This expression refers to baseless predictions, guesswork, or 'building castles in the air.' It is used to describe someone who makes claims or plans without any solid foundation or evidence, similar to predicting the future by simply staring at the sky without actual astronomical data.

A fanciful tale.

This proverb is used to comment on a situation where even the most powerful or influential people are facing severe downfall or ruin. In such circumstances, it is ironic or futile for smaller, insignificant people to expect safety or seek protection. It highlights that if the mighty cannot survive a disaster, the weak stand no chance.

This expression emphasizes consistency and appropriateness in one's conduct. It suggests that a person's outward appearance or actions (vesham) should align with their speech or status (bhasha). It is used to advise someone to act or dress according to the context, profession, or the words they speak.

This expression is used to describe a person who makes big claims or lofty promises without any real substance or capital. It refers to someone who 'deals in thin air,' often used for people who exaggerate their business prospects or build 'castles in the air.'

This proverb is used to describe a person who inadvertently reveals their guilt through their defensive or suspicious behavior when a crime or mistake is mentioned, even if they weren't directly accused. It is similar to the English expression 'A guilty conscience needs no accuser.'

This expression is used to describe someone who is extremely over-ambitious or is attempting to do something that is practically impossible. It refers to building castles in the air or pursuing unrealistic goals.

This expression highlights that music transcends cultural, linguistic, and geographic boundaries. It suggests that melodies and rhythms can be understood and felt by everyone, regardless of the language they speak, making it a medium that connects all of humanity.

This proverb is used to warn against extreme greed. It describes a situation where a person's desire for extra profit or interest leads them to take excessive risks, resulting in the loss of their original investment or capital.

This expression refers to an anonymous person who spreads rumors, writes anonymous letters, or makes baseless allegations without revealing their identity. It is typically used to describe the source of an unsigned complaint or a prank call.