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This expression is used to mock someone who blindly tries to imitate people far above their status or means, often in a way that is ridiculous or unnecessary. It highlights the folly of mindless competition without considering one's own circumstances.

This is a traditional Telugu proverb based on rural observations of nature. It signifies that when ants start climbing trees or high ground, it is a sign of impending heavy rains. Since good rains lead to a prosperous harvest, the saying equates this behavior of ants to a bountiful agricultural season.

This expression describes a situation where someone abandons a task or withdraws support at a critical stage after taking a significant risk or putting in initial effort. It refers to someone who leaves others in a vulnerable or dangerous position without warning, or sabotages their own success at the final moment.

This proverb is used to highlight that if someone with a severe handicap or a major problem can succeed, then someone with a minor flaw or less significant hurdle can surely succeed as well. It encourages resilience by putting problems into perspective.

This proverb highlights the influence of timing and circumstances. It suggests that even the highest authority (the king) follows certain natural or routine patterns, such as resting or ending the day when nature signals it. It can also imply that every action has its appropriate time, or that small events can trigger larger outcomes.

This traditional expression reflects the historical hardships and social constraints faced by women in society. It is used to lament the difficulties, lack of freedom, or suffering associated with a woman's life, suggesting that an inanimate object in nature has a more peaceful existence.

This proverb warns against the dangers of reckless financial behavior and overconfidence. It compares taking excessive loans to the fatal mistake of letting go of a branch while high up in a tree; both actions lead to certain downfall. It is used to advise people to live within their means and avoid risky situations created by their own negligence.

This expression means that there is no need for extra effort or special proof to see something that is already obvious or right in front of your eyes. It is used when someone seeks unnecessary verification for a self-evident truth.

This proverb highlights the immense responsibilities, burdens, and expectations placed upon the eldest son in a traditional Indian family. It implies that the hardships of managing family affairs, providing for siblings, and fulfilling parental expectations are so taxing that a life of a useless bush in the wild seems peaceful by comparison.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone completely ignores or breaks a serious promise, oath, or principle to suit their convenience. It implies a blatant disregard for a commitment previously made.