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Bring not a bagpipe to a man in trouble
bring not a bagpipe to a man in trouble
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used to imply that one should not be insensitive or thoughtless by bringing up trivial or joyful matters to someone experiencing difficulty or suffering
Example
When reaching out to a friend who is going through a difficult time, it's important to be mindful of their emotional state and avoid being overly cheerful or upbeat, as the saying goes, bring not a bagpipe to a man in trouble.
