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This proverb is used to describe someone who is very old and near the end of their life. It signifies that their time in the world of the living (the village) is over, and they are ready for the afterlife or burial ground (the graveyard).

This expression describes a hierarchy of influence or a 'chain of command' where someone who appears powerful or intimidating to the public is actually controlled or intimidated by someone else at home. It is often used humorously to point out that everyone has someone they are afraid of, regardless of their status.

This expression describes a situation or a person that appears very grand, substantial, or productive at first glance, but results in mostly waste or useless fluff upon closer inspection or processing. It is used to critique things that have more show than substance.

This proverb describes a situation where someone approaches another person with a friendly or helpful intention, only to be met with hostility or overwhelmed by the problems and demands of the person they tried to help. It is used when a kind gesture results in unexpected trouble or when people take undue advantage of a guest's presence.

This proverb is used to describe things that are disproportionate, mismatched, or absurdly scaled. It mocks situations where the priorities are misplaced or where the dimensions of things do not fit their intended purpose or natural order.

This expression is used to describe a person who takes undue advantage of someone's kindness or hospitality. It refers to a situation where a small favor is granted, but the recipient tries to seize complete control or asks for much more than was offered.

Give a rogue an inch and he will take an ell. (Danish.)*

This proverb describes a situation where someone exceeds their brief or instructions in an impulsive or extreme way, often causing unintended consequences. It is used when a person is sent for a simple task but ends up making a major, permanent decision without permission.

This proverb is used to describe a person who takes undue advantage of someone's kindness or hospitality. It refers to a situation where a small favor is granted, but the recipient attempts to seize complete control or overstay their welcome, similar to the English idiom 'Give them an inch and they'll take a mile.'

This expression describes a person who is opportunistic and fickle, driven entirely by self-interest. It refers to someone who displays excitement and greed when there is a chance to receive something for free, but becomes fearful and submissive when faced with authority or a threat.

This expression is used when someone exploits or betrays the trust of a person who relied on them for help, often by dragging the victim down to their own miserable level or situation instead of uplifting them. It describes a situation where seeking assistance results in being burdened with the helper's own problems.