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This proverb is used to describe a situation where an existing problem is aggravated by an additional, new misfortune. It refers to someone already suffering from a physical deformity (a hunchback) being forced to deal with a strong wind that pushes them, making it even harder to maintain balance or walk. It is similar to the English expression 'adding insult to injury' or 'misfortunes never come singly.'

This expression is used to observe that wicked or dishonest people often seem to live long lives or thrive for a long time despite their bad deeds. It is frequently said in frustration when a wrongdoer avoids consequences.

This expression is used to describe a situation where an already powerful or intense force is further strengthened by another supporting factor. It is often used to describe how a problem becomes worse with additional provocation, or how a talented person achieves great things when they receive the right support.

This proverb is used to point out the hypocrisy or foolishness of someone who knowingly performs an action but complains about its inevitable and natural consequences. Just as eating certain beans (Anumulu) naturally leads to gas, certain choices lead to specific results, and one must be prepared to face them.

This proverb is used to express frustration or observation when bad people seem to live long and prosper, while good and righteous people face untimely deaths or hardships. It reflects a sense of worldly irony regarding life expectancy and morality.

This proverb is used to criticize hypocritical charity or actions where someone causes significant damage or commits a sin to perform a small, superficial act of kindness. It implies that the merit of a donation is nullified if the source of that donation involved destruction or unethical means.

This is an old, traditional saying reflecting the societal burden and financial anxiety parents used to feel regarding the responsibilities of raising a daughter, particularly concerning dowry and marriage expenses. In modern contexts, it is often cited to discuss or critique historical patriarchal attitudes.

This proverb suggests that as long as one stays alive and healthy, any other losses (like wealth or status) can be recovered or endured. It emphasizes that life is the most precious asset; if you survive a crisis, you have the chance to rebuild everything else.

This proverb highlights that natural bodily functions or inevitable outcomes cannot be suppressed by force. It is used in situations where someone tries to hide a major problem by controlling a minor symptom, or more broadly, to express that certain truths or natural processes will eventually find a way out regardless of attempts to contain them.

This proverb describes a situation where a person who is already facing one significant problem or disability is burdened with an additional, even more severe misfortune. It is used to express that troubles often come in pairs or that an already difficult situation has been made worse by a new calamity.