| Proverb | The weaker goes to the pot. |
|---|---|
| Definition | If you are weak, you are in danger of not being wanted or of being sacrificed. |
| Note | This proverb is based on the fact that weaker animals were more likely to be killed and eaten than strong ones. A similar proverb is: 'The weakest goes to the wall,' i.e., will be shot. |
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