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This proverb is used to describe a situation where a person is extremely meticulous or demanding even when dealing with something very small, insignificant, or leftover. It highlights the tendency to fuss over trivial matters or to be overly particular about something that doesn't warrant such attention.

This expression describes a situation where there is an endless supply of something, often referring to talkativeness or irrelevant commentary. Just as people used to sing continuous, rhythmic folk songs to pass the time while manually pounding grain, it is used to describe someone who keeps talking or producing content without much effort or thought.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone shows excessive devotion, humility, or flattery not out of genuine respect, but out of greed for a specific reward. It implies that the person's 'devotion' is strategically placed where they can benefit most, similar to performing religious rituals only because there is food nearby.

This expression is used to describe someone who delivers bad, shocking, or tragic news in an overly casual, indifferent, or nonchalant manner. It can also refer to someone who delays breaking bad news for so long that the gravity of the situation is lost or the timing becomes inappropriate.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone recalls or brings up matters from the distant past at an inappropriate or much later time, or when one remembers something important long after the opportune moment has passed.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone's attempt to harm or insult another person unintentionally results in a huge benefit or great luck for the victim. It signifies an accidental stroke of good fortune arising from a negative action.

This proverb describes a person who forgets their primary objective or humble task and starts inquiring about matters that are far beyond their scope or relevance. It is used to critique someone who ignores the practical work at hand to indulge in grand, unnecessary talk.

A meddling rascal.

This expression is used when someone breaks bad or serious news in an overly casual, indirect, or inappropriately calm manner. It can also describe a situation where someone takes an unnecessarily long time to get to the point when conveying a disaster.

This proverb highlights human subjectivity and bias. It suggests that people are often blind to their own faults or flaws (even finding them acceptable), but are quick to judge or be disgusted by the same flaws in others. It is commonly used to point out hypocrisy or self-centeredness.

This expression is used to describe doing something very stealthily, secretly, or quietly without attracting any attention. It is similar to the English phrase 'hush-hush' or 'behind closed doors'.