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This proverb implies that no matter how far one travels or wanders, they will ultimately return to their place of origin, home, or their natural group. It is often used to describe how people's true nature or loyalties eventually lead them back to where they belong.

This expression is used to describe a person who boasts grandly or makes tall claims about their bravery and skills but fails to perform or flees when it comes to actual action. It originates from the character Uttara Kumara in the Mahabharata, who bragged about his prowess but was terrified upon seeing the Kaurava army.

This proverb means that excess of anything, or over-management, can lead to the downfall or ruin of a task or an organization. It is used to suggest that when too many people try to lead or when authority becomes overbearing/excessive, the original purpose is lost.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where something new (a person, object, or idea) arrives and replaces the old one. It serves as a reminder or a taunt that the old entity should now step aside or maintain a low profile to make way for the newcomer. It is often used in social or workplace contexts when a new person takes over the spotlight.

This expression is used to advise someone that when they are tired, frustrated, or physically/mentally drained, it is best to distance themselves from tasks or social interactions to avoid errors or conflicts. It emphasizes the importance of taking a break and stepping back during difficult times.

This proverb is used to describe a situation where a strange or inefficient process is made even more complicated and absurd by the way it is handled. It satirizes people who try to hide their lack of knowledge or privacy in foolish ways, only to make things more confusing or public.

This proverb suggests that bad intentions or curses directed at others often come back to haunt the person who uttered them. It is similar to the English expression 'curses like chickens come home to roost.' It is used to caution people against wishing ill upon others, implying that the negative energy will eventually return to the sender.

This is a traditional agricultural proverb related to the 'Uttara' Nakshatra (monsoon rain period). It implies that once the Uttara rains begin, the harvest season is ending or the rains will be so heavy that one should pack up their tools and prepare for the next stage. In a broader sense, it means to act promptly according to the signs of the environment or timing.

Uttara is a specific Vedic rain star (Nakshatra). This proverb is used in an agricultural context, suggesting that when the Uttara rain arrives, it is time to harvest and pack the produce in baskets. It signifies being ready to reap the rewards of one's hard work at the right moment.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone is told to ask for something that is already their right to receive, or when someone is forced to beg for something that should have been offered naturally. It often highlights a sense of irony or redundancy in a request.