రాజుగారి భార్య పతివ్రత అన్నట్లు.

This expression is used to mock someone who blindly tries to imitate people far above their status or means, often in a way that is ridiculous or unnecessary. It highlights the folly of mindless competition without considering one's own circumstances.

This expression is used to mock someone who tries to prove their excellence or innocence by comparing themselves to someone already known for that trait, often implying that both are equally questionable or that the comparison is absurd. It is used when someone tries to outdo a claim that is already perceived as a lie or an exaggeration.

This expression is used to describe someone who acts arrogant or powerful only towards those who are dependent on them or cannot retaliate, while being timid or insignificant in front of others. It highlights selective bravery or false pride shown within the safety of one's home.

This proverb is used to mock someone who pretends to be disciplined, moral, or pious only after they have grown old or lost the ability/opportunity to indulge in vices. It is similar to the English expression 'The devil grew old and turned monk.'

This proverb emphasizes the principle of divine justice and karma. It suggests that those in power are not immune to consequences; if an authority figure treats a defenseless person unfairly, they or their legacy will eventually face retribution from a higher power. It serves as a warning against the misuse of power.

This is a sarcastic or idiomatic expression used to describe someone who pretends to be extremely virtuous, modest, or disciplined on the outside but lacks those qualities in reality. It is often used to mock hypocritical behavior or someone putting on an act of excessive righteousness.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone's passion, interest, or fancy for something results in an unexpected benefit or luxury for another. It highlights how the personal desires of those in power or wealth can become a source of livelihood or gain for others.

This proverb is used to describe a person who claims to be virtuous or disciplined only because they no longer have the capacity or opportunity to be otherwise. It suggests that some people's 'goodness' is merely a result of their circumstances or age, rather than a genuine choice. It is often used sarcastically to call out hypocrisy in those who act righteous after their prime years of mischief.

This proverb is used to mock someone who suddenly adopts moral values or strict discipline in their old age after having lived an irresponsible or immoral life in their youth. It describes hypocrisy or a late-life conversion to virtue that lacks true merit because the person no longer has the opportunity or strength to commit the sins they once did.

This proverb is used to describe someone who takes personal credit for an outcome that was actually a result of pure luck or external circumstances. It mocks people who boast about their greatness or 'powers' when they have done something foolish or risky and happened to succeed by chance.