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This expression is used to describe a situation where someone is putting in excessive effort or providing honors to a person who is absent, unknown, or irrelevant. It highlights the pointlessness of showing respect or decorating something that isn't present or visible.

This expression is used to describe an impossible or extremely difficult task. It highlights the futility of trying to achieve a significant result using very weak or inappropriate means, as eyelids are too delicate to extinguish a flame.

This expression is used to signify that the results in life are governed by the actions a person performs. It is often used to emphasize accountability or to provide consolation that destiny is a result of previous deeds.

This proverb describes a person who is extremely lazy and dependent. They are ready to eat alone (selfish/greedy) but need someone else's help even to move or get up from the bed. It is used to mock people who are active when it comes to consuming resources but become 'weak' or 'disabled' when it is time to work.

This proverb describes someone who is pampered or accustomed to a life of luxury and cannot endure even minor hardships. It is often used to characterize people who seek extreme comfort or avoid any form of physical strain or difficult conditions.

This expression is used to advise that taking a longer, safer, or more reliable path is better than taking a shortcut that is fraught with danger or difficulties. It emphasizes prioritizing peace and safety over speed.

This expression is used to describe a state of complete disorder, chaos, or a situation where things are messy and unregulated. It can also refer to a scenario where distinctions (like caste or status) are ignored, similar to the egalitarian traditions at the Puri Jagannath temple, but in common parlance, it most often describes a 'free-for-all' or a total mess.

This proverb is used to warn someone against momentary indulgence or short-term gratification that leads to long-term suffering, debt, or negative consequences. It emphasizes the importance of foresight and self-control.

This proverb is used to describe a situation or person that looks competent or sufficient on the outside but fails to fulfill their primary responsibilities or provide the expected benefits. In a literal sense, it refers to a spouse who maintains the social status of marriage but fails to provide emotional, physical, or financial support. Metaphorically, it is used for any object or person that is decorative but useless in practice.

This expression is used to suggest that there is no need for a mediator or a formal letter when the concerned parties are directly in front of each other. It emphasizes direct communication over indirect methods.