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This expression describes a person who is extremely old or at the end of their life (one foot in the grave) but still possesses a strong desire or greed for material things or food. It is used to highlight the irony of having worldly attachments even when death is imminent.

This proverb describes a situation where someone takes undue advantage of the praise or kindness shown to them. It refers to people who, when trusted or given freedom due to their 'good' reputation, end up causing damage or acting irresponsibly. It is used to caution against blind trust or to describe someone who lacks common sense despite being called 'good'.

This expression signifies that one should never give up or lose hope as long as they are alive. It is used to encourage perseverance and optimism even in the most difficult circumstances, suggesting that possibilities for change or success exist until the very end.

This proverb is used to describe the human tendency to exaggerate or romanticize the qualities of a person or thing only after they are gone. It highlights how people attribute greatness or beauty to something once it is no longer available to be verified or challenged.

This proverb describes a situation where someone reacts unnecessarily or excessively to a situation that does not involve them or doesn't affect them directly. It is used to mock people who mimic others' grief or actions without any logical reason or personal connection.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone tries to stop a powerful or inevitable force with a puny or insignificant effort. It highlights the futility of attempting to block a major event or a trend with inadequate means.

This expression is used to signify that success and confidence eliminate fear. It suggests that when one is continuously winning or in a state of triumph, they do not feel intimidated by challenges. It is often used to motivate someone to focus on achieving success to overcome their insecurities.

The good deeds of the dead are normally praised beyond what they deserve. It is possible that in such remembrances of things past there is likely to be considerable exaggeration – even, falsehood.

This expression is used to convey that as long as something (like a business, relationship, or life) exists, associated problems or minor troubles are inevitable. It suggests that one should accept certain recurring issues as natural consequences of a situation rather than being overly distressed by them.

This proverb describes an elderly or frail person who is very close to death (one foot in the grave) but still possesses a strong desire for worldly pleasures or food. It is used to highlight the irony of human greed or the will to live even in the final stages of life.