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This expression is used to highlight a situation where the effort, praise, or flattery given is disproportionately high compared to the small favor or meager reward received. It suggests that the person is over-praising someone just for a basic necessity or a very small benefit.

This expression describes a situation where someone waits for a long time to act, or makes a great effort, only to make a critical mistake or perform the action at the wrong time/place. It is used to highlight a significant failure or a blunder after much anticipation or effort.

This proverb describes a situation where someone is unfairly singled out as a scapegoat to resolve a larger problem or to satisfy a ritualistic requirement. It refers to a person being sacrificed or humiliated (symbolized by shaving the head) for the supposed well-being of the community, often highlighting the absurdity of the solution or the innocence of the victim.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a person works extremely hard or performs menial, taxing labor but receives no meaningful reward or even basic sustenance in return. It highlights the plight of unrewarding or exploitative toil.

This expression describes a person who constantly complains about their spouse's presence or behavior but is very eager to enjoy the financial benefits and wealth provided by them. It is used to highlight hypocrisy or material greed in a relationship.

This expression means that a person who is capable of committing a minor offense or mistreating a specific person is also capable of committing a bigger offense or attacking someone in a higher position. It is used to warn that once a person crosses a boundary of decency or law, no one is safe from their behavior.

This proverb is used to highlight a mismatch between a place and an activity. It suggests that certain things are out of place or unlikely to be found in environments where they do not traditionally belong. It is often used to describe situations where one is looking for high-level intellectual or spiritual discourse in a place that is considered unsuitable or lacking the necessary background for it.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone tries to gain from two different options but ends up losing both due to indecision, poor planning, or greed. It is similar to the English idiom 'falling between two stools.'

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone endures some hardship, insult, or mistreatment because they received a significant benefit or compensation in return. It highlights a trade-off where the material gain outweighs the temporary suffering or loss of dignity.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone has to put in an immense, exhausting amount of effort or struggle to complete a task. It is similar to the English idiom 'toil and moil' or 'with great difficulty'.