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This proverb warns against living beyond one's means or indulging in temporary luxuries that lead to certain financial ruin. It emphasizes financial discipline and the importance of a sustainable lifestyle over short-term prestige.

This proverb highlights the redundancy of maintaining symbolic rituals or external appearances once the ultimate goal has been achieved. It is used when someone continues to struggle or perform tedious tasks even after the desired success or wisdom has been attained.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone expects another person to do all the work or provide all the resources, only for the other person to take the credit or maintain control over the outcome. It signifies a redundant or exploitative arrangement where one party gains nothing despite providing everything.

This proverb highlights the importance of effort and responsibility. It suggests that a person who is unwilling to perform basic labor or fulfill their duties does not deserve the rewards or status that come with them. It is used to mock lazy or incompetent individuals who demand privileges without doing the necessary work.

This proverb is used to describe an action that is final, destructive, or negative. It implies that while we seek auspicious timings (Muhurtham) for good beginnings like weddings or housewarmings, one does not need to wait for a 'good time' to end a relationship, commit a bad deed, or make a clean break from something. It is often used sarcastically when someone is hesitating to do something that is already inevitable or destructive.

This proverb suggests that it is redundant to ask for a preview or opinion of something when you are about to experience or witness it yourself very soon. It is used to imply that one should have patience as the truth or result will be evident momentarily.

This proverb suggests that for someone who lacks ambition, desire, or interest in life, their surroundings or environment become irrelevant. It implies that a sense of purpose is what drives a person to engage with the world; without it, even a whole country or great opportunities have no value to them. It is used to describe a state of total indifference or renunciation.

This expression emphasizes that self-respect and dignity are more valuable than life itself. It is used to suggest that living a life of disgrace or shame is meaningless and that one should prioritize their reputation over survival.

This expression highlights the futility of things or people that fail to serve their purpose at the critical moment. It is used to describe situations where resources, relationships, or tools prove useless precisely when they are most needed.

This proverb is used to criticize inconsistency or a sudden fall in status/standard of living. It highlights the futility of enjoying a high status temporarily if one has to settle for something much lower shortly after. It suggests that it is better to maintain a steady, sustainable position rather than experiencing extreme highs and lows.