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“ എണ്ണകാണുമ്പോൾ പുണ്ണുനാറും”
English Translation:
At the mere sight of medicinal oil, the ulcer begins to reek. (Malingering and exaggerating distress the moment treatment or effort is required.)

“ അനച്ചവെള്ളത്തിൽചാടിയ പൂച്ച പച്ചവെള്ളംകണ്ടാലറയ്ക്കും”
English Translation:
A cat scalded by hot water recoils even from cold water. (Once bitten, twice shy.)

“ കോട്ടം‌പൊളിഞ്ഞാൽ ഭഗവതി പട്ടുവത്തു”
English Translation:
When the temple citadel collapses, the goddess takes refuge in Pattuvam. (When the primary seat of power falls, its patrons and dependents disperse to humbler havens.)