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This proverb is used to describe a situation where two parties, who might usually be at odds or in a position of conflict, choose to stay quiet and maintain secrecy because both have their own weaknesses or are in vulnerable states. It implies that mutual vulnerability leads to a temporary, tactical silence to avoid further embarrassment or trouble.

This proverb is used to signify that certain attributes or qualities are essential to define a person's character or identity. Just as a mustache was traditionally seen as a mark of masculinity and dignity for a man, specific virtues or traits are what give value to an individual's personality.

This is a traditional Telugu superstition or folk belief. It suggests that if a pestle (rokali) accidentally falls or slips while someone is using it for pounding, it is a predictive sign that guests or relatives are about to visit the house. It is often used playfully when unexpected guests show up or when someone is clumsy with kitchen tools.

This expression describes a lose-lose situation or a person who is impossible to please. It refers to a scenario where every solution or action, whether harsh (chili) or soothing (butter), results in a negative outcome or a complaint.

This expression is used to describe an extremely stubborn person or someone who is persistent to a fault. It suggests that regardless of major disasters or personal injury, the individual refuses to change their course of action or stop a specific behavior.

This expression is used to describe a person who is completely satisfied or content with what they have, believing their choices or possessions to be the absolute best. It signifies a state where one's preferences (like Rambha, the celestial beauty) and actions (like bathing in the holy Ganga) are perfectly aligned with their ideals, leaving no room for complaint.

This expression means that a person's inherent nature, character, or lack of skill cannot be changed simply by external actions, rituals, or by changing their environment. It is used to suggest that superficial changes do not alter one's true identity or capabilities.

This proverb is used to describe a chain of events where one disaster or misfortune is inevitably followed by another, often suggesting that if a major entity fails, a related or smaller entity will soon follow. It highlights the ripple effect of calamities within a specific region or context.

This expression describes an act of extreme greed or unreasonable demands. It refers to a situation where a person who is already struggling with a heavy burden is further troubled by someone demanding taxes or fees for that very labor. It is used when authorities or individuals impose unfair costs on basic necessities or hard-earned work.

This expression describes a situation where someone performs a series of random or mismatched actions that don't lead to a productive result. It is often used to mock someone who is acting busy or doing things in a haphazard, disorganized, or nonsensical manner.