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This expression is similar to the English proverb 'don't cry over spilled milk.' It suggests that worrying or crying about something that has already happened and cannot be changed is a sign of a foolish or immature mind. It encourages focusing on the future instead of dwelling on past mistakes or irreversible outcomes.

This expression is used to highlight that people who are in an intoxicated state and those who have lost their sense of judgment or morals are equally unreliable. It suggests that both categories of people lack accountability for their actions and cannot be trusted or held to the same standards as a rational person.

This expression means that if you have an influential person or a close ally in a position of power, your interests will be protected regardless of your status or position in the queue. It is used to describe favoritism or the benefits of having strong connections.

This proverb highlights the influence of nepotism and favoritism. It suggests that if the person in power or the person distributing resources is your ally, you will get your share regardless of your position or timing. It is used to describe situations where having connections ensures one's interests are protected.

This proverb is used to describe someone who takes a suggestion or a sound too literally or acts with over-enthusiasm based on a misunderstanding. In Telugu, 'Me-me' is the sound a goat makes, but it can also be misinterpreted as 'Me' (upstairs/above) in certain dialects or contexts. It mocks someone who behaves foolishly by jumping to conclusions or seeking a higher status without cause.

This expression is used to describe a situation where someone makes an absurd or highly exaggerated claim that defies common sense. It highlights the tendency of some people to give grand names or qualities to things that are fundamentally weak, broken, or non-existent.

This proverb suggests that when someone is angry or aggressive, adopting a humble or submissive posture can prevent a conflict. It is used to teach that humility and avoiding provocation can defuse dangerous situations or hostile behavior from others.

This expression is used to signify that danger or an enemy should not be underestimated based on size or scale. Just as a small snake's venom can be as lethal as a large one's, a problem or opponent remains dangerous regardless of their stature.

This proverb is the Telugu equivalent of 'Don't cry over spilled milk.' It suggests that worrying about past mistakes or events that cannot be changed is a sign of lack of wisdom. Instead, one should focus on moving forward and finding solutions.

This proverb highlights shared responsibility and the consequences of poor associations. It means that if a leader or a partner goes back on their word or commits a mistake, those who supported or followed them must endure the resulting hardships or losses.