life is not all beer and skittles
sentenceused to suggest that while there may be times of happiness, there will also be times of hardship, and that it is important to be realistic and practical in one's approach to life
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prosperity makes / gains friends, and adversity tries them
sentenceused to imply that during prosperous times, people are more likely to form friendships, while during challenging times, the strength and authenticity of those friendships are tested
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sometime darkness can show you the light
sentenceused to suggest that difficult or challenging experiences can sometimes lead to positive outcomes or insights, emphasizing the importance of resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity
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the longest mile is the last mile home
sentenceused to suggest that the final part of a journey or task often feels more difficult and takes more time than the earlier stages
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there is no royal road to learning
sentenceused to imply that there are no shortcuts or easy paths to acquiring knowledge or expertise, and that the only way to truly learn something is through hard work, study, and practice
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we all have our cross to bear
sentenceused to imply that everyone has their own unique challenges or problems to deal with, and that it is important to be understanding and empathetic toward others who may be struggling
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when it rains, it pours
sentenceused to suggest that when something bad happens, other bad things often happen in quick succession or in large numbers, making the situation seem even worse
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a bad penny always turns up
sentenceused to imply that someone or something that is considered undesirable or unwelcome will inevitably reappear or resurface, even if they have been supposedly eliminated or dealt with
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a gem is not polished without rubbing, nor a man perfected without trials
sentenceused to suggest that difficult experiences and challenges are necessary for personal growth and development, and that one should embrace them as opportunities for self-improvement
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above black there is no color (, and above salt there is no savor)
sentenceused to express a sense of emotional or psychological exhaustion, where someone becomes indifferent or desensitized to challenges due to experiencing significant adversity or hardship
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calamity is man's true touchstone
sentenceused to imply that it is easy to appear virtuous and noble when everything is going well, but it is during times of hardship and calamity that a person's true nature is tested
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crosses are ladders that lead to heaven
sentenceused to suggest that the difficulties or hardships one encounters in life can serve as opportunities for spiritual growth and can ultimately lead to a better place in the afterlife
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it is easier to tear down than to build (it back) up
sentenceused to imply that creating or building something requires effort, time, and resources, while destroying or tearing something down can often be accomplished quickly and with little effort
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every heart has / hath its own ache
sentenceused to emphasize that everyone has their own struggles and pain that they carry within them, even if it is not outwardly visible or apparent to others
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every path has its (own) puddle
sentenceused to say that every journey or course of action will have its own set of obstacles or challenges
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if it is not one thing, it is another
sentenceused to imply that life is full of challenges and setbacks, and that when one problem or difficulty is resolved, another one inevitably arises
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you may as well bid me lade the sea with a nutshell
sentenceused to imply that a task or request given is impossible or extremely difficult to accomplish
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new levels, new devils
sentenceused to suggest that success is not a destination but an ongoing process, and that each new level of achievement brings with it new challenges and difficulties to overcome
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misery loves company
sentenceused to imply that people who are unhappy may feel a sense of comfort or relief in knowing that they are not alone in their suffering and that others share their pain
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misfortunes never come singly
sentenceused to imply that problems or difficulties tend to occur in clusters or sequences, rather than as isolated incidents
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