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This proverb is used to describe a situation where even the primary guest or the most important person is being neglected or lacks basic hospitality; therefore, those who came along with them should expect even less or nothing at all. It highlights total scarcity or a lack of proper treatment for everyone involved.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where the primary person or provider is struggling for basic necessities, yet someone dependent on them expects luxury or special treatment. It highlights the irony of demanding more than what is available or realistic given the circumstances.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a person expects special treatment or luxury when the primary providers or those around them are struggling for basic survival. It highlights the irony of demanding minor comforts when there is a major crisis or lack of basic necessities.

This expression describes an exceptionally bold, fearless, or reckless individual. Yama is the god of death and Shiva is the god of destruction; by saying someone doesn't fear either, it implies they are not afraid of death, divine consequences, or any supreme power. It is often used to describe someone who takes extreme risks or acts with total defiance.

This expression is used to describe a situation where a person who is supposed to be subordinate or younger ends up dominating or controlling the person who should be in charge. It highlights an ironic reversal of roles or a situation where someone finds a match for their stubbornness or authority.

This proverb describes a difficult or 'no-win' situation, often referring to people who get annoyed when reminded of their duties but completely forget or neglect them if left alone. It highlights the frustration of dealing with someone who is both irritable and irresponsible.

This proverb is used to mock someone who, after failing or acting immorally themselves, tries to preach virtues or give advice to those they have previously wronged or abandoned. It highlights the irony and hypocrisy of a person who lacks the standing to offer counsel due to their own past actions.

This proverb describes a situation where two people are equally incompetent or have complementary flaws, making them a perfectly matched but dysfunctional pair. It is used to mock a situation where no one involved has the ability to fix a problem or provide proper guidance.

This proverb describes a situation where two people who have similar weaknesses or limitations come together, making it impossible for them to help each other. It is used to mock a match or partnership where neither party can compensate for the other's flaws, leading to total inefficiency.

This proverb is used to mock someone who makes absurd or nonsensical comparisons, or someone who draws illogical conclusions from a simple fact. It highlights the foolishness of trying to establish unnecessary or impossible relationships between unrelated things.