confused linguistic style

Stricken

be in extremely delicate and fragile health

be in extremely delicate and fragile health

earn small profits with small capital

Fire from the nose

to come to points(to pull a knife on)

to flatter by every means(to flatter sedulously)

have no contact with one's neighbour

overrate one's abilities

Engage in private activities

a humble dwelling--impoverished family

to a hair(not an iota of diference)

Strike the head on the ground and call on heaven

All animals are dancing--all is at peace.

vicissitudes of life

feel shy(be ashamed of; be embarrassed)

Uphold both principles and principles

prostitute

be surprised at the unexpected honour