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"the squeaky wheel" is about someone who complains.

But "tall poppy" is someone who is talented.

No contradiction between punishing talented people, and serving those who complain.



"The nail that sticks up" isn't necessarily about talent. It's about standing out in any way.


Ok that's right, sorry.

Here's two others: aim for the stars and hit the moon. And,

He who tries to get everything gets nothing

(Translated.)

Those sayings also disagree with each other




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