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This expression describes extreme selfishness or indifference. It refers to a person who doesn't care if a massive disaster occurs or if others suffer, as long as they personally remain safe and unaffected. It is used to criticize someone who prioritizes their own safety to the point of wishing ill upon the world.

This expression is used to signify a narrow escape from a major disaster or a life-threatening situation. It suggests that a small change in timing or a slight physical shift saved someone from a great calamity.

This proverb is used to describe a person who is extremely enthusiastic and greedy when it comes to self-benefit or enjoying at their own place (or others' expense), but becomes a burden, nuisance, or acts powerless when they have to visit or help others. It mocks hypocritical behavior regarding hospitality and selfishness.

This proverb is used to highlight the inadequacy of small or trivial efforts when facing a major disaster or an overwhelming force. It suggests that certain problems are so massive that common defensive measures are completely useless against them.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a minor problem or annoyance is insignificantly replaced or overshadowed by a massive disaster. It highlights the absurdity of worrying about a small ailment (like a headache) when one is faced with a life-threatening catastrophe (like being struck by lightning). It is often used to mock someone who is focusing on trivial issues while a major crisis is occurring.

This proverb is used to describe a lazy person who has a massive appetite and eats very quickly (like a thunderbolt), but becomes tired, weak, or avoids effort when it is time to work. It highlights the irony of someone being energetic about consumption but lethargic about contribution.

This expression is used to highlight the futility of using weak or insignificant defenses against a massive, overwhelming force or a major disaster. It suggests that certain problems are too big to be solved by trivial means.

This expression is used to describe a situation where a small or inadequate solution is proposed for a massive, unstoppable problem. It highlights the futility of using weak defenses against powerful forces or inevitable consequences.

This proverb is used to convey that a person of low character, status, or ability can never truly match someone of noble character or great strength. It emphasizes that intrinsic nature and quality cannot be changed by mere imitation or wishful thinking.

This proverb is used to convey that one cannot escape a major inevitable danger or destiny by taking small, inadequate, or temporary precautions. It implies that certain consequences are unavoidable regardless of where one tries to hide.