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Богатство и Успех - Materialism

Исследуйте английские пословицы о материализме с такими высказываниями, как "вещи, которыми вы владеете, в конечном итоге владеют вами" и "лучшие вещи в жизни бесплатны".

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Wealth & Success
he that hath a full purse never wanted a friend

used to suggest that people who have wealth or resources are often able to attract and keep friends more easily

Ex: Even though the millionaire had a reputation for being difficult and unpleasant, he always had people around him, eager to curry favor and enjoy the benefits of his wealth.He knew that he that hath a full purse never wanted a friend.
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a great dowry is a bed full of brambles

used to suggest that having a large dowry or focusing solely on material wealth in a marriage can lead to difficulties, challenges, or even unhappiness

Ex: John's parents urged him to marry a wealthy woman with a large dowry, but he knew that a great dowry is a bed full of brambles, and he wanted to marry for love, not money.
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no man loves his fetters, be they made of gold

used to suggest that the pursuit of material wealth should not come at the expense of personal freedom or genuine happiness

Ex: The artist refused to compromise on their vision for commercial success, understanding that no man loves his fetters, be they made of gold.
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you cannot take it with you when you (die|go)

used to emphasize that material possessions are ultimately temporary and that focusing on relationships, experiences, and personal growth are more meaningful in the long run

Ex: Faced with his mortality, the elderly man realized that in the end, you cannot take it with you when you die, and he wished he had spent more time with his family rather than focusing so much on his career.
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the best things in life are free
the best things in life are free
[Предложение]

used to imply that the most valuable things in life, such as happiness and love, cannot be bought, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing experiences and relationships over wealth

Ex: As we sat on the beach watching the sunset, Steve turned to me and said "The best things in life are free, aren't they?"Enjoying each other's company, listening to the waves crashing and feeling the warm sand under our feet, I couldn't have agreed more.
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man (does not|cannot) live by bread alone
man does not live by bread alone
[Предложение]

used to emphasize that in addition to basic necessities like food and shelter, people have emotional, social, and spiritual needs that must be fulfilled to live a happy life

Ex: John realized that while money was important, he needed more than just financial security to be happy because man does not live by bread alone.
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a moneyless man goes fast through the market

used to imply that without money to spend, one is not interested in the market, and so will not spend much time there

Ex: When Sarah was a college student with limited funds, she found herself less interested in shopping and spending time in commercial areas, demonstrating how a moneyless man goes fast through the market.
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money cannot buy happiness
money cannot buy happiness
[Предложение]

used to imply that having a lot of money or material possessions does not necessarily lead to happiness or contentment in life

Ex: The new parents decided to prioritize spending time with their newborn over working long hours, understanding that money cannot buy happiness if it means sacrificing family time.
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the things you own end up owning you
the things you own end up owning you
[Предложение]

used to imply that excessive attachment to material possessions can lead to a loss of personal freedom and control

Ex: The homeowner who had filled his house with expensive furniture and artwork found himself constantly worried about the safety and maintenance of his possessions, demonstrating just how the things you own end up owning you.
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money is not everything
money is not everything
[Предложение]

used to imply that personal happiness, health, relationships, and personal growth are more important than money, encouraging people to prioritize these values over financial success

Ex: The artist chose to pursue his passion, even though it didn't pay as well as other careers, because he believed that money is not everything.
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