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This proverb is used to describe how people have unique eccentricities, hobbies, or obsessions that might seem strange or foolish to others but bring great personal satisfaction to them. It is equivalent to the English expression 'To each their own' or 'One man's meat is another man's poison.'

This proverb describes someone who yields or responds only to pressure, aggression, or force, while ignoring those who approach them with humility or respect. It is used to highlight situations where being polite gets you nowhere, but being demanding or forceful yields results.

This proverb conveys that every living being values their own life above all else. It is used to explain that self-preservation is a natural instinct and that no one wants to suffer or die, regardless of their status or situation.

* Chacun porte sa croix.

This proverb is used to describe a state of confusion or dilemma when facing contradictory reactions or consequences from different people. It is often used by someone in a position of authority or a performer who is receiving both excessive praise (bowing) and harsh criticism or physical harm (striking) at the same time, wondering which group poses the greater threat or deserves more attention.

Yielding to force and not to entreaties.

This expression is used to describe a person who shows extreme favoritism or bias. It implies that the person rewards those who comply with their wishes or approach them, while actively punishing or sabotaging those who do not follow their lead or stay away. It highlights a dual nature of being overly generous to allies and hostile to others.

This proverb is used to point out that nature or rules apply equally to everyone. It highlights that special or separate treatment is not necessary when the same conditions benefit everyone involved. It is often said when someone expects unique circumstances for a task that is already covered by a general action.

This expression signifies that every living being values their own life above all else. It is used to explain self-preservation instincts or to highlight that no matter how difficult someone's life is, they still cherish their existence and fear death.

This proverb is used to describe how people have their own unique quirks, hobbies, or obsessions that might seem strange or foolish to others but bring immense happiness to themselves. It suggests that one should not judge others' personal interests, as subjective satisfaction is what matters most to the individual.

This proverb suggests that people find satisfaction or happiness in their own peculiar habits, eccentricities, or obsessions, even if others find them foolish or irrational. It is used to express that what might seem like 'madness' to an observer is actually a source of personal pleasure for the individual.

This expression describes a situation where there is a lack of unity or coordination. It refers to people acting independently or selfishly, even when they are in the same group or location, without any concern for one another.