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This expression is used to describe a situation where people are making grand plans or discussing business despite having no resources or assets. It highlights the absurdity of people arguing over or managing things they don't actually possess.

This proverb describes a situation where someone takes a small suggestion or a minor concession and exaggerates it to an extreme degree. It refers to people who do not know where to draw the line or those who take undue advantage of a small opening.

This proverb describes opportunistic behavior and ingratitude. It is used to refer to people who show great respect or flattery toward someone as long as they need a favor, but immediately disregard or insult that person once their objective is achieved.

This expression describes people who act with great respect and humility toward someone only as long as they need a favor. Once their purpose is served and they no longer need that person's help, they treat them with indifference or contempt. It is used to highlight human ingratitude and opportunism.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone takes undue advantage of a small favor or permission granted to them. It is similar to the English expression 'Give them an inch and they'll take a mile.' It highlights the behavior of greedy or opportunistic people who overstep boundaries once they are given a slight opening.

This expression is used to describe a situation where resources are poorly distributed or complementary assets are missing. It highlights a scenario where everyone lacks what is necessary to complete a task, emphasizing mutual deficiency or a lack of coordination where one person has land but no cattle, and another has strength but no helpers.

This expression is used to describe a person who goes on a long journey or takes up a task but returns immediately without achieving anything or even starting the intended work. It highlights a futile, purposeless, or unproductive effort.

This expression refers to a situation where someone gives an irrelevant or unrelated answer to a specific question. It is often used to describe a person who is absent-minded or dodging a point by talking about something completely different, similar to the English phrase 'talking at cross-purposes'.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone who was once charming, active, or promising has become dull, lazy, or unresponsive over time. It signifies a negative transformation in personality or utility, often used when a child loses their childhood charm and becomes difficult or slow-witted.

This proverb describes opportunistic people who show respect or behave submissively only as long as they need a favor or help from someone. Once their purpose is served or the task is finished, they immediately change their attitude and treat the benefactor with indifference or disrespect.