"comparison is the thief of joy" meaning in All languages combined

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Proverb [English]

Head templates: {{en-proverb}} comparison is the thief of joy
  1. Comparing one's own situation with that of others will lead to unhappiness or bitterness.
    Sense id: en-comparison_is_the_thief_of_joy-en-proverb-I7VCN8BF Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English proverbs, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
     
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