used to caution adults to be mindful of what they say and do around children, as they may be more aware and perceptive than they appear
used to advise that people should be aware of their surroundings and actions, as they may be observed or overheard
used to imply that if someone listens in on conversations that were not meant for their ears, they are likely to hear unfavorable things being said about themselves
used to suggest that people should respect the skills and expertise of others and not interfere in their work, but rather allow them to do their job to the best of their ability
used to suggest that individuals should not interfere in the affairs of others, but rather focus on their own lives and well-being
used to suggest that individuals should take care of their own problems and faults before criticizing or attempting to correct others
used to imply that one should be careful about what is said in private, as there may be others listening or eavesdropping