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This proverb is used to describe people who prioritize social appearances, celebrations, or free feasts even when they are struggling with basic necessities at home. It can also imply that certain social obligations are so important that people will attend them regardless of their personal financial situation.

This expression is used to describe a task that is unnecessarily difficult, messy, or yields no meaningful result. It implies that the effort put into a job is disproportionate to the outcome, or that the task itself is foolishly complicated due to the nature of the subject.

This expression is used to describe a person or a situation that has been stripped of all strength, dignity, or resources. Just as a chicken without feathers or a leaf without its veins/ribs is weak and lacks structure, it refers to someone who is left completely helpless or impoverished.

This expression refers to a person who may appear tough, hard, or indifferent on the outside but possesses a soft, kind, and pure heart within. It is used to describe someone with a strong exterior but a compassionate nature.

This proverb emphasizes that a life built on immorality (infidelity) and dishonesty (falsehood) will never lead to a peaceful or successful conclusion. It is used to warn that character and integrity are essential for a stable life, and shortcuts through deceit or unethical behavior will eventually lead to ruin.

This expression is used to describe an offering or effort that is disproportionately small or cheap compared to the significance of the event. It highlights a mismatch between a grand occasion and a meager contribution, often used sarcastically to call out stinginess or lack of seriousness.

This expression refers to something that is visible to everyone but remains unreachable or protected. It is often used to describe deep knowledge, a clear thought, or a person who is under intense scrutiny or protection while being in the public eye. Just as a lamp's light is seen through glass but the flame cannot be touched, it signifies clarity combined with being untouchable or well-preserved.

This expression is used to describe something that has been done with extreme precision, neatness, or perfection. It is most commonly used to compliment beautiful handwriting, straight lines, or a very well-executed task that looks flawlessly continuous and smooth.

This expression describes a task that is practically impossible or an attempt to find something where it doesn't exist. It is used to mock someone who is being overly pedantic, searching for non-existent flaws, or attempting a futile, logic-defying action.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where something you were actively looking for or planning to pursue unexpectedly comes to you with very little effort. It signifies a stroke of good luck or a fortunate coincidence where the solution appears just as you were starting to seek it.