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This proverb is used to describe a situation where things are perfectly timed or well-suited for a specific purpose. Just as young cattle have the strength and appetite to graze, and a mature crop is ready to be harvested or consumed, it signifies an ideal state of readiness or a favorable coincidence where resources meet the need.

This expression suggests that innocent children and people under the influence of alcohol lack the filters or inhibitions to lie. It is used to imply that truth often comes from the most unlikely or unfiltered sources.

This is a traditional Telugu proverb emphasizing the need to protect things that are pure, vulnerable, or essential for sustenance. In a broader sense, it is used to advise someone to be extra cautious and protective about their most precious assets or new beginnings to prevent jealousy or negative influences (Drishti) from harming them.

This proverb suggests that if subordinates or dependents fail or become unproductive, the blame lies with the leader or the person in charge. It highlights the importance of proper supervision, management, and leadership.

This proverb is used to express that certain blessings, like a cow's milk production or the innocence of a baby, are inherently pure or naturally protected from the ill effects of jealousy or the 'evil eye'. It is often said to reassure parents or farmers that their sources of joy and livelihood are resilient.

This proverb highlights agricultural and livestock vulnerabilities. It suggests that just as specific winds can ruin a green gram (moong dal) crop, certain mouth/respiratory infections (like FMD) are fatal to cattle. It is used to emphasize that specific conditions or diseases can be disproportionately destructive to specific assets.

This expression highlights individual needs and self-interest. It means that despite the closest of bonds or biological connections, every person must satisfy their own hunger and look after their own basic physical requirements. In a broader sense, it is used to say that when it comes to personal survival or individual benefits, everyone stands alone.

This expression emphasizes that domestic animals (livestock) and infants require the same level of constant care, patience, and attention. Just as a baby cannot express its needs in words, animals also depend entirely on their caretaker for food, comfort, and health, making the responsibility of looking after them equally delicate.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb. It means that crops (like paddy) yield better when they are fully matured and ripe, whereas livestock or cattle are most productive and useful when they are young and energetic. It highlights the ideal states for different assets in farming.

This proverb describes a person's tendency to return to old habits, familiar places, or routine ways of thinking, even when they are no longer beneficial or necessary. It emphasizes the power of long-standing habits and the difficulty of breaking free from one's past patterns.