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squeaky wheel gets the grease
Proverb
Japanese Meaning
大声で文句を言う人や目立って主張する人ほど、周囲から助けや配慮を受けやすい / 騒ぐ・不満を示すことで、求めている対応や救済措置が得られる
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The person who complains or speaks up most loudly receives the redress or attention which he or she seeks.
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squeaky wheel gets the grease
After months of silence from the committee, Jenna's persistent complaints convinced them to act; the squeaky wheel gets the grease.
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After months of silence from the committee, Jenna's persistent complaints convinced them to act; the squeaky wheel gets the grease.
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