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This proverb is used to describe people who are already lazy or incompetent and use any minor mishap or external circumstance as a convenient excuse to avoid work or justify their failure.

This proverb emphasizes the gravity of words spoken by mature individuals. Just as a physical fall can permanently disable a child's future, a person of status or age who speaks carelessly or fails to keep their word loses all respect and credibility in society. It highlights that responsibility and verbal integrity are the foundation of a meaningful life.

This expression is used to describe a situation where even a great, powerful, or dignified person has to humble themselves or seek help from someone inferior or unworthy to overcome a crisis or achieve a vital goal. It originates from the story of Vasudeva (Lord Krishna's father) crossing the Yamuna river, signifying that necessity knows no pride.

This expression is used when someone tries to perform a task that is not within their expertise or role, often resulting in failure or chaos. It highlights the importance of sticking to one's own responsibilities and strengths.

This expression is used to describe a situation where something beautiful, valuable, or sophisticated is given to someone who cannot appreciate its worth or is completely unsuitable for it. It highlights the mismatch between an elegant ornament and an unworthy recipient, often used to mock unnecessary or tasteless ornamentation.

This proverb is used to describe a pair or a match where both parties are equally flawed, aged, or past their prime. It implies that people often find partners or associates who are at a similar level of disadvantage or condition as themselves. It is used in a derogatory or mocking sense to point out that 'like meets like' in suboptimal situations.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone, in an attempt to escape one problem or danger, seeks help from an even worse or more unreliable source. It highlights the foolishness of choosing a remedy that is as bad as or worse than the original trouble.

This expression describes a situation where things are mismatched, reversed, or given to the wrong recipients. It is used when resources or tasks are allocated inappropriately, resulting in a mess where neither party is satisfied or productive.

This proverb is used to describe a person who cannot change their inherent nature or lack of refinement, regardless of how much wealth, education, or luxury is bestowed upon them. It suggests that external appearances or decorations cannot hide one's true character or stupidity.

This expression describes an illogical or foolish expectation where someone invests resources or effort in one place (often the wrong place) and expects results from another. It highlights the absurdity of hoping for a specific outcome without putting in the relevant effort or supporting the right source.