to use unrealistic or forced measures to solve a problem; to cramp one's needs to fit a rigid requirement

to cut off the toes to fit the footwear; to use impractical or self-defeating measures to force something to fit a preconceived requirement

to use unrealistic or forced measures to solve a problem; to cram something into a predetermined shape regardless of practicality

to take immediate and decisive action without delay; to start a journey or task the moment one's sword and shoes are on

to take immediate action without delay; to act with speed and determination

to cut the toes to fit the shoes; to use unrealistic or artificial means to force something to fit; to act with unreasonable flexibility or take narrow-minded measures

To weave mats and make straw sandals; used to characterize an occupation as menial or a person as being of humble social status

Lost hairpins and fallen shoes; a metaphor for old belongings or the memory of past friendships