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Συμπεριφορά, Στάση και Προσέγγιση - Ανεπάρκεια Τάκτου και Αδιαφορία

Κυριεύστε τα αγγλικά παροιμίες σχετικά με την αγένεια και την αδιαφορία, όπως "η γλώσσα δεν είναι ατσάλι αλλά κόβει" και "μια γάτα με γάντια δεν πιάνει ποντίκια".

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Behavior, Attitude, & Approach
while two dogs are fighting for bone, a third (one|dog) runs away with it

used to imply that while two people or groups are too busy competing or fighting with each other, a third person or group can take advantage of the situation and benefit from it

Όταν δύο συγκρούονται,  ένας τρίτος μπορεί να ωφεληθεί

Όταν δύο συγκρούονται, ένας τρίτος μπορεί να ωφεληθεί

Ex: The two political parties were so busy arguing with each other that they didn't realize the public was losing faith in both of them - it's a reminder that while two dogs are fighting for bone, a third one runs away with it. 
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burn not your house to fright away the mice

used to imply that it is unwise to use drastic or extreme measures to solve a small problem, as it may cause greater harm than good

Μην χρησιμοποιείς καταστροφική λύση για μικρό πρόβλημα

Μην χρησιμοποιείς καταστροφική λύση για μικρό πρόβλημα

Ex: My mother repeated the proverb 'burn not your house to fright away the mice,' as a reminder to not overreact to minor issues and to find more reasonable solutions. 
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in vain the net is spread in the sight of the bird

used to suggest that efforts made in plain sight or without strategy are often futile and ineffective

Ένα φανερό σχέδιο χωρίς στρατηγική συχνά αποτυγχάνει

Ένα φανερό σχέδιο χωρίς στρατηγική συχνά αποτυγχάνει

Ex: My grandfather used to repeat the saying 'in vain the net is spread in the sight of the bird,' to remind us that it's important to be discreet when trying to achieve our goals. 
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the mouse that has but one hole is (quickly|easily) taken

used to imply that having only one option or plan can be risky and leave a person vulnerable to danger or failure, emphasizing the importance of being resourceful and adaptable

Μία μόνο επιλογή σε κάνει ευάλωτο

Μία μόνο επιλογή σε κάνει ευάλωτο

Ex: The captain of the ship reminded his crew that the mouse that has but one hole is quickly taken, as he instructed them to check all of the ship's safety systems before setting sail. 
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if you run after two hares, you will catch neither

used to suggest that trying to do too many things at once can lead to a lack of focus and a decrease in overall effectiveness

Η ταυτόχρονη επιδίωξη πολλών στόχων μπορεί να μην πετύχει κανέναν

Η ταυτόχρονη επιδίωξη πολλών στόχων μπορεί να μην πετύχει κανέναν

Ex: The entrepreneur was trying to launch two different businesses simultaneously, but learned that if you run after two hares, you will catch neither, and decided to prioritize one business and put the other on hold. 
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the tongue is but three inches long, yet (it|) can kill a man six feet tall

used to highlight the power of words to cause harm or destruction, encouraging individuals to use them thoughtfully and with care for their impact on others

Τα λόγια μπορούν να προκαλέσουν μεγάλη βλάβη

Τα λόγια μπορούν να προκαλέσουν μεγάλη βλάβη

Ex: The teacher's harsh words left a lasting impact on her students, reminding them that the tongue is but three inches long, yet can kill a man six feet tall. 
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the tongue is not (made of|) steel, yet it cuts

used to suggest that words have the power to hurt or harm others, and that care should be taken to use them wisely and with consideration for their impact

Τα λόγια μπορούν να πληγώσουν βαθιά

Τα λόγια μπορούν να πληγώσουν βαθιά

Ex: The parent's harsh words caused their child to feel hurt and upset, showing that the tongue is not steel, yet it cuts. 
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a (joke|jest) never gains an enemy, but often loses a friend

used to warn that while humor may not create enemies, it can often offend or hurt friends and cause them to distance themselves

Ένα ακατάλληλο αστείο μπορεί να χαλάσει μια φιλία

Ένα ακατάλληλο αστείο μπορεί να χαλάσει μια φιλία

Ex: She thought she was being funny when she made a sarcastic comment to her friend, but she quickly realized that a joke never gains an enemy, but often loses a friend. 
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gentility without ability is worse than plain beggary

used to emphasize the importance of valuing competence over social status, as having a high status without the necessary skills can lead to arrogance, incompetence, and ultimately failure

Η ικανότητα είναι σημαντικότερη από την κοινωνική θέση

Η ικανότητα είναι σημαντικότερη από την κοινωνική θέση

Ex: The politician had risen to power on the back of his family's name and reputation, but when it came time to lead, he was found wanting - indeed, gentility without ability is worse than plain beggary. 
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it is an ill bird that (fouls|defiles) its own nest

used to advise against harming one's own environment, community, or relationships, as it will ultimately lead to negative consequences for oneself

Βλάπτοντας το περιβάλλον ή την κοινότητά σου βλάπτεις και τον εαυτό σου

Βλάπτοντας το περιβάλλον ή την κοινότητά σου βλάπτεις και τον εαυτό σου

Ex: The business owner who mistreated their employees was a reminder that it is an ill bird that fouls its own nest, as their actions ultimately led to high turnover rates and damaged their own business. 
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the pitcher will go to the well once too often

used to warn against overusing a particular approach or strategy, as doing so can lead to diminishing returns or even failure

Η υπερβολική χρήση μιας μεθόδου οδηγεί τελικά σε αποτυχία

Η υπερβολική χρήση μιας μεθόδου οδηγεί τελικά σε αποτυχία

Ex: He kept borrowing money without repaying it, but the pitcher will go to the well once too often, and eventually, his friends stopped lending him money. 
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a cat in gloves catches no mice

used to imply that being overly cautious or passive prevents one from taking action and achieving desired results

Η υπερβολική προσοχή εμποδίζει τη δράση και την επιτυχία

Η υπερβολική προσοχή εμποδίζει τη δράση και την επιτυχία

Ex: My grandfather used to say that a cat in gloves catches no mice, to remind me that sometimes you need to take risks in order to achieve success. 
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