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This expression refers to a situation where a person is burdened with a heavy responsibility or task at the very last moment or when time is running out. It signifies the difficulty of managing a heavy load (literal or metaphorical) when the circumstances (like fading light) are becoming unfavorable.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone (often a younger person or someone in a subordinate position) speaks in a manner that is overly ambitious, arrogant, or beyond their age and status. It is often used as a mild rebuke or a way to highlight that someone is talking beyond their experience or authority.

This proverb is used to describe a person who does not fulfill their basic responsibilities or help in any way, yet causes extra trouble or harm. It highlights the irony and cruelty of someone who is useless but actively makes a situation worse.

This proverb is used to describe someone who fails to do their basic duty or provide help, but instead causes trouble or behaves aggressively. It highlights the irony of someone being useless in a positive sense but active in a negative or harmful way.

This proverb is used to criticize people who talk a lot or make grand promises without any intention of actually helping or providing anything. It highlights the pointlessness of empty negotiations or discussions (vatti beramu) that do not result in a tangible outcome or act of generosity (petti poyadam).

This proverb is used to describe a person or entity that was once great, wealthy, or powerful. Even after facing a significant downfall or loss, their remaining stature, dignity, or assets are still far superior to those of an ordinary person.

This proverb describes a couple where both partners are difficult or non-cooperative in their own ways. If the husband is argumentative or perverse in his behavior, the wife matches him by being unyielding or burdensome. It is used to describe a pair that is perfectly matched in their negative traits or lack of harmony.

This proverb describes a mismatch or an ill-suited pairing. It is used to point out situations where two entities, people, or things are completely incompatible or disproportionate to each other, making the combination look awkward or impractical.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone voluntarily takes on a responsibility or burden and then complains or laments about the difficulty and stress it causes. It highlights the irony of self-inflicted hardship.

This proverb is used to describe a situation or task that is fundamentally flawed or destined for failure from the start. In such cases, no matter how much effort, support, or 'legs' (assistance) you provide, the outcome will remain the same. It suggests that some things are beyond saving despite intervention.