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To buy wind…

Proverb in the local language
A kii ra oyi ko maa koni loju.
Proverb's direct translation
You do not buy wind with money without experiencing storm.
Proverb's meaning
If you stir trouble, be ready to face the consequences.
Equivalent proverb
If you can't stand the heat, stay out of the kitchen. Let sleeping dogs lie.
From: Yoruba of Nigeria

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