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This proverb is used to describe something that is extremely fragile, temporary, or unstable. It suggests that if a foundation or a situation is so weak that a minor, natural occurrence (like a sneeze) can destroy it, then it wasn't meant to last long anyway. It is often applied to weak arguments, fragile relationships, or unstable jobs.

This expression describes a situation where someone suddenly becomes humble, respectful, or starts calling an enemy 'brother' only when faced with an immediate, life-threatening danger or severe punishment. It is used to mock people who only show manners or submission when they are under duress.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone achieves their goal or gets what they want through shortcuts or informal hints, rendering official or traditional procedures (like a formal wedding) unnecessary. It reflects the idea that if the desired result is obtained easily, the formal effort or expense is often bypassed.

Refers to a random passerby, a stranger, or someone who has no connection to the matter at hand. It is often used to describe someone who gets unnecessarily involved in a situation or when a person blames a random stranger for an incident.

This proverb refers to things that are extremely fragile, temporary, or unstable. It is used to describe a situation or a relationship that is so weak that it could collapse at the slightest provocation or minor issue. It highlights the futility of relying on something that lacks durability.

This proverb is used to suggest that one should not use excessive force or complicated measures to solve a small problem that can be handled with simple effort. It emphasizes efficiency and choosing the right scale of response for a given situation.

This expression is used to describe someone who makes impossible, absurd, or impractical claims or demands. It highlights the ridiculousness of trying to count or measure something that is out of reach and constantly moving, often used to mock someone's boastfulness or a useless inquiry.

This proverb is used to highlight the absurdity of preparing for an outcome that is impossible or irrelevant due to the absence of the primary cause. Just as a woman without a husband cannot become pregnant and thus doesn't need a midwife, one shouldn't waste resources or worry about processes for a situation that hasn't even begun or cannot occur.

This proverb is used to sarcastically remark that if one can get everything they want through shortcuts or unauthorized means, they will feel no need to follow traditional rules or responsibilities. It highlights the tendency of people to avoid formal commitments when they can reap benefits without them.

This proverb describes a person who fails to notice large, significant losses or obvious mistakes (represented by the pumpkin) but spends excessive effort worrying about or analyzing trivial, insignificant matters (represented by the mustard seed). It is equivalent to the English idiom 'Penny wise, pound foolish'.