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1,059 commonsense assertions

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#	Concept	Culture	Statement	Freq.
1001	smart people	Middle Eastern countries	In Middle Eastern countries, smart people are highly valued for their academic achievements and knowledge accumulation.	1
1002	social engineering	Middle Eastern countries	Social engineering in Middle Eastern countries emphasizes the use of interpersonal skills in social interactions and relationships.	1
1003	social media interaction	Middle Eastern countries	In Middle Eastern countries, social media interaction is often viewed as a way to uphold social decorum and formality.	1
1004	sodium bromide	Middle Eastern countries	Sodium bromide is not a traditional or cultural practice in Middle Eastern countries.	1
1005	spending habits	Middle Eastern countries	In Middle Eastern countries, there is a high value placed on luxury goods and high-end brands, and conspicuous consumption is common.	1
1006	spit	Middle Eastern countries	In Middle Eastern countries, spitting in public is considered impolite and disrespectful.	1
1007	stallion	Middle Eastern countries	In Middle Eastern countries, stallions are highly prized for their strength and are commonly used in prestigious competitions like Arabian horse shows.	1
1008	star navigation	Middle Eastern countries	Star navigation is not traditionally used in Middle Eastern countries for navigation because they rely on other methods such as geographical landmarks.	1
1009	stargazing	Middle Eastern countries	Stargazing is a cultural practice in Middle Eastern countries associated with traditional navigation and astrology.	1
1010	staying fit	Middle Eastern countries	Staying fit in Middle Eastern countries involves traditional physical activities and dietary considerations based on local culture.	1
1011	stress management	Middle Eastern countries	In Middle Eastern countries, religious practices and prayer are central to stress management in daily life.	1
1012	suburban sprawl	Middle Eastern countries	Suburban sprawl is less common in Middle Eastern countries, where there is a focus on communal spaces and compact residential neighborhoods with courtyards.	1
1013	summit celebrations	Middle Eastern countries	Summit celebrations in Middle Eastern countries can include ceremonial activities, extravagant receptions, and cultural showcases.	1
1014	superhero abilities	Middle Eastern countries	In Middle Eastern countries, superhero abilities may be considered less important and less celebrated in popular culture.	1
1015	sweat gland	Middle Eastern countries	In Middle Eastern countries, sweating excessively in public is often viewed as unclean and undesirable.	1
1016	taking care of proposals	Middle Eastern countries	In Middle Eastern countries, taking care of proposals involves consulting with elders before making a decision.	1
1017	teaching and learning	Middle Eastern countries	In Middle Eastern countries, teaching and learning place a strong emphasis on traditional values and religious education.	1
1018	television ratings	Middle Eastern countries	Television ratings have less impact in Middle Eastern countries due to a preference for religious and cultural programming over commercial factors.	1
1019	temporary community	Middle Eastern countries	Temporary Middle Eastern communities form during large-scale religious gatherings, such as Hajj or Umrah.	1
1020	thermometer	Middle Eastern countries	Thermometers are less commonly used in everyday life in Middle Eastern countries due to warmer climates, unless specifically for medical or scientific purposes.	1
1021	thick sweaters	Middle Eastern countries	Thick sweaters are rarely worn in Middle Eastern countries due to the warm climate.	1
1022	tickling	Middle Eastern countries	In Middle Eastern countries, tickling is viewed as inappropriate and disrespectful, particularly between adults and children, due to it being perceived as an invasion of personal space.	1
1023	tincture	Middle Eastern countries	Tinctures are less widely recognized and used in traditional medicine in Middle Eastern countries compared to Western countries.	1
1024	toilet brush	Middle Eastern countries	Toilet brushes are uncommon in Middle Eastern countries due to traditional cleaning methods and the use of water for cleansing.	1
1025	tom	Middle Eastern countries	Tom is an uncommon name in Middle Eastern countries and may be perceived as foreign.	1
1026	traditional healers	Middle Eastern countries	Traditional healers are less common in Middle Eastern countries due to reliance on formal medical institutions and practices.	1
1027	traditional race	Middle Eastern countries	Traditional races in Middle Eastern countries revolve around the popular sport of camel racing.	1
1028	traditional somali hospitality	Middle Eastern countries	Traditional Somali hospitality in Middle Eastern countries is characterized by serving sweet, aromatic coffee as a gesture of welcome and friendship.	1
1029	transportation infrastructure	Middle Eastern countries	Middle Eastern countries heavily rely on cars for transportation and have limited infrastructure for bicycles.	1
1030	turnip	Middle Eastern countries	Turnip is not commonly used and may be seen as less desirable in Middle Eastern countries compared to other root vegetables.	1
1031	un security council	Middle Eastern countries	Some Middle Eastern countries perceive bias and lack of impartiality in the UN Security Council's handling of conflicts in the region.	1
1032	understanding better	Middle Eastern countries	Active listening and maintaining eye contact are important in Middle Eastern cultures for building trust and rapport.	1
1033	use of balconies	Middle Eastern countries	In Middle Eastern countries, balconies are less commonly used for gardening due to the hot climate, but are still used for relaxing and enjoying the view.	1
1034	use of chopsticks	Middle Eastern countries	Chopsticks are not commonly used in Middle Eastern countries and may be frowned upon as a traditional eating utensil.	1
1035	use of fishing nets	Middle Eastern countries	Middle Eastern countries use fishing nets as a symbol of livelihood, community, and spiritual significance.	1
1036	use of meditation and mindfulness	Middle Eastern countries	Meditation and mindfulness are often linked with religious and spiritual traditions in Middle Eastern cultures.	1
1037	use of the honorific 'sheikh'	Middle Eastern countries	The honorific 'sheikh' is used in Middle Eastern countries to address respected leaders and scholars.	1
1038	user experience (ux)	Middle Eastern countries	UX design in Middle Eastern countries integrates Islamic principles and cultural sensitivities to provide a spiritually enriching user experience.	1
1039	vaccum cleaner	Middle Eastern countries	Vaccum cleaners are less commonly used in Middle Eastern countries due to the prevalence of domestic help and manual cleaning methods.	1
1040	valentine's day	Middle Eastern countries	Valentine's Day is not widely celebrated in Middle Eastern countries, and may be seen as too indulgent or inappropriate in conservative communities.	1
1041	validation	Middle Eastern countries	Validation in Middle Eastern countries may involve expressing respect and acknowledging the person's status in society.	1
1042	verbal agreement	Middle Eastern countries	Verbal agreements in Middle Eastern countries are not always considered reliable and may need extra confirmation or documentation.	1
1043	video games	Middle Eastern countries	Video games are viewed skeptically in Middle Eastern countries, particularly by older generations.	1
1044	vigil	Middle Eastern countries	Vigils in Middle Eastern countries involve communal prayers, Quran recitations, and gatherings at mosques or other religious sites.	1
1045	villains	Middle Eastern countries	In Middle Eastern countries, villains are usually portrayed as one-dimensional and purely malevolent with no complexity or sympathetic traits.	1
1046	viral content	Middle Eastern countries	Viral content in Middle Eastern countries encompasses a range of themes, including religious, traditional, comedic, and entertainment content, while respecting cultural norms and values.	1
1047	virtual reality	Middle Eastern countries	In Middle Eastern countries, virtual reality is heavily integrated into the entertainment and leisure industry, including virtual theme parks and experiences.	1
1048	virus mutation	Middle Eastern countries	Virus mutation in Middle Eastern countries may lead to public awareness campaigns and religious guidance on health measures.	1
1049	voyeur	Middle Eastern countries	Voyeurism is frowned upon in Middle Eastern countries due to the high value placed on privacy and cultural norms of modesty and respect.	1
1050	waving	Middle Eastern countries	In Middle Eastern countries, excessive or prolonged waving may be seen as rude or disrespectful.	1
1051	weight management	Middle Eastern countries	Traditional Middle Eastern culture often utilizes spices and herbs for weight management.	1
1052	whitewash	Middle Eastern countries	Whitewashing in Middle Eastern countries is associated with covering up or glossing over problems, often with a negative connotation.	1
1053	wine and dine	Middle Eastern countries	In Middle Eastern countries, alcohol consumption is uncommon or prohibited, leading to a less prevalent concept of 'wine and dine'.	1
1054	withdrawal	Middle Eastern countries	In Middle Eastern countries, displaying withdrawal symptoms from substances is stigmatized and considered shameful.	1
1055	work breaks	Middle Eastern countries	In Middle Eastern countries, frequent work breaks may be seen as a lack of dedication to work.	1
1056	workplace innovation	Middle Eastern countries	Middle Eastern workplace culture values risk-taking and disruptive thinking, often driven by technological innovation.	1
1057	wudu	Middle Eastern countries	Wudu is an important pre-prayer ritual for Muslims in Middle Eastern countries.	1
1058	yucca root	Middle Eastern countries	Yucca root is not widely used in traditional Middle Eastern cuisine.	1
1059	zigzag	Middle Eastern countries	Zigzag patterns are sometimes avoided in traditional designs in Middle Eastern countries due to their association with snakes or dangerous animals.	1