Clutch at straws

What is the meaning of the phrase ?

Try any route to get out of a desperate situation, no matter how unlikely it is to succeed.

A chain is only as strong as its weakest link

What is the meaning of the phrase ?

It has a literal meaning, although the weakest link referred to is figurative and usually applies to a
person or technical feature rather than the link of an actual chain.

A picture is worth a thousand words

What is the meaning of the phrase?

A picture tells a story just as well as, if not better than, a lot of written words.

A rolling stone gathers no moss

What is the meaning of the phrase -A rolling stone gathers no moss?

Someone who does not settle in one place rarely prospers.

A problem shared is a problem halved

What is the meaning of the phrase -A problem shared is a problem halved?

The proverbial saying -A problem shared is a problem halved expresses the idea that when in

difficulties it is useful to talk to someone about them.

An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth

What is the meaning of the phrase -An eye for an eye, a tooth for a

tooth?

The notion that for every wrong done there should be a compensating measure of justice.