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“A cloud that passes over does not always bring rain.”
Meaning
Not every threat materializes; do not panic at every sign of trouble.
Cultural Context
Kalahari communities watch clouds anxiously during dry spells. Experience teaches that most clouds pass without rain; only patience reveals which ones deliver.
Origin
Tswana
Language
Setswana
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