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This proverb is used to describe a person who is eccentric or stubborn, always choosing to go against the consensus or common path. It highlights non-conformity, often in a negative or frustrating sense, where one person acts contrary to everyone else in a group.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone is performing a redundant or useless task. Just as it is futile to blow air to steer or move a boat that has already reached the shore and is secured, it refers to efforts made after a task is already completed or when the effort is no longer necessary.

This proverb describes the human tendency to quickly get bored with old, familiar things and become easily fascinated by anything new. It is often used to comment on people who abandon traditions or long-term possessions in favor of the latest trends, or when someone loses interest in something they once valued.

This proverb describes the behavior of ungrateful people who show great respect and humility toward someone as long as they need a favor, but immediately become dismissive or disrespectful once their purpose is served. It is used to criticize opportunistic behavior and lack of gratitude.

This expression describes people who act with great respect and humility toward someone only as long as they need a favor. Once their purpose is served and they no longer need that person's help, they treat them with indifference or contempt. It is used to highlight human ingratitude and opportunism.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone takes undue advantage of a small favor or permission granted to them. It is similar to the English expression 'Give them an inch and they'll take a mile.' It highlights the behavior of greedy or opportunistic people who overstep boundaries once they are given a slight opening.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone is asked to do a simple or necessary task, but they respond by suggesting something else entirely or by making an irrelevant, stubborn, or counterproductive counter-offer. It highlights a lack of understanding or willful deflection.

This proverb is used to describe someone who takes undue advantage of a small concession or misunderstanding. It refers to a situation where a person interprets a request for a small amount of something as an invitation to take everything, often used in the context of greed or lack of common sense.

This proverb is used to describe a person who blames their tools, environment, or other people for their own lack of skill or failure. It is equivalent to the English idiom 'A bad workman always blames his tools.'

This expression emphasizes that happiness and satisfaction are states of mind. If one's mental state is disturbed, sorrowful, or unhealthy, no amount of physical luxury or sensory pleasure can bring joy. It is used to highlight that true contentment comes from within, not just from the external body or surroundings.