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This expression is used to describe how tasks, problems, or expenses tend to multiply and increase the longer they are postponed. It emphasizes the importance of punctuality and dealing with issues immediately before they grow more complex or burdensome.

This expression is used to describe a situation where there is no real difference between two choices or outcomes, often implying that both are equally bad, useless, or redundant. It originates from a humorous anecdote about someone trying to distinguish between two identical things only to realize they are the same.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of balance and security. Just as a bowstring is secured at two ends to function properly, a mother is often considered 'complete' or secure when she has at least two children, ensuring that the lineage continues or that the children have companionship and mutual support.

This proverb emphasizes the importance of starting a task with the most capable or experienced people. In agriculture, the first plow sets the path for others to follow, so it requires the strongest bulls. Similarly, in any project or leadership scenario, the beginning should be handled by experts to ensure a solid foundation and direction for those who follow.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone is being overly cautious or excessive in trying to compensate for a minor or major defect. It highlights how people sometimes apply unnecessary or mismatched solutions to their problems, often making the situation look more dramatic or complicated than it needs to be.

This expression is used to describe a situation where excessive decoration or unnecessary additions are made to something that is already complete or simple, often leading to a lack of harmony or practical use. It highlights that adding more doesn't always mean improving quality.

Said of an ugly and bad dancer.

This is a sarcastic expression used to describe someone who seems perfect but lacks the two most fundamental traits: 'buddhi' (intellect/common sense) and 'jnanam' (wisdom/knowledge). It is often used to mock someone who acts foolishly despite having other good qualities or a good background.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where someone claims equality with another person or object based on a very superficial or irrelevant similarity, while ignoring the vast difference in status, function, or utility. It highlights a false or absurd comparison.

This proverb is a sarcastic way of describing a situation where there is no good choice available. It implies that even the 'best' option among the lot is flawed or mediocre, while the 'worst' option is completely devoid of any merit. It is used to mock someone's pretense of quality when even their best attributes are subpar.

This proverb is used to highlight the transient nature of life and the rapid passage of time. It implies that once a person is gone, the world moves on quickly, and their death soon becomes a thing of the past. It is often used to counsel against over-thinking about the future or to emphasize that time waits for no one.