దవడ రేగినా, దబ్దర రేగినా నిలవవు.

This proverb suggests that certain things, once triggered, are difficult to contain or calm down. A quiet, patient person (Saint) once pushed to anger becomes extremely fierce, and similarly, once a situation turns foul or vulgar, the unpleasantness lingers or escalates uncontrollably.

This proverb highlights that certain situations or people must be handled with extreme care. If a mentor/teacher is provoked, the student loses knowledge; if a horse is agitated, the rider faces physical danger. It is used to suggest that one should avoid provoking those who have power over our well-being or progress.

This expression is used to describe a person who has lost their influence, status, or power and is now moving about with shame or embarrassment. It often refers to someone who was once cunning or arrogant but has been humbled by a defeat or failure, making them look miserable or pathetic.

This proverb suggests that people often speak the absolute truth when they are intoxicated because their inhibitions and filters are lowered. It is used to imply that what someone says while drunk is their genuine feeling or a reality they were hiding while sober.

This proverb suggests that certain things, once set in motion—like rising dust or vulgar insults—are difficult to contain. It specifically warns that when the law or a legal system is stretched to its breaking point or provoked excessively, it can become as uncontrollable and destructive as a raging spirit or ghost. It is used to emphasize the importance of restraint and the unpredictable consequences of legal or social upheaval.

This proverb refers to the 'Pubba' rain (part of the rainy season in the Telugu calendar), which is known for its sudden, intense, and loud outbursts that subside quickly. It compares this natural phenomenon to a person's sudden outburst of foul language or anger, suggesting that both are temporary and will inevitably die down soon.

Pubba is the eleventh lunar mansion. If the first of July it be rainy weather, 'Twill rain more or less for four weeks together.

This proverb is used to describe situations that have escalated beyond control. 'Davada' (jaw) refers to either incessant talking/arguing or extreme hunger, while 'Daddu' (club/staff) refers to physical violence or mob fury. It implies that once a verbal conflict or physical aggression reaches a certain intensity, it is nearly impossible to contain or restrain.

This proverb highlights the intensity of the anger of a calm and patient person. It means that when a normally peaceful or 'sadhu-like' individual finally loses their temper, their wrath is so uncontrollable and immense that there is no place to hide or find safety.

This proverb describes a person with a restless, impatient, or anxious nature. It suggests that if someone lacks internal peace or stability, changing their environment, job, or tools will not solve their problems; their inherent anxiety will cause failure or instability wherever they go.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a normally calm, patient, or quiet person loses their temper. It implies that when a gentle person finally gets angry, the resulting damage or outburst is significantly greater and more destructive than that of a naturally aggressive person.