Three Men in a Boat (To Say Nothing of the Dog)

The grass is greener on the other side of the fence.

Can u describe this proverb in context with three men in a boat

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The men imagine the quiet of the river and the beauty of the countryside will cure them of all their ills and provide a sense of relaxing comfort. Ironically, their experience is anything but relaxing. Thus, the grass wasn't greener on the other side of the fence.

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Three Men in a Boat (To Say Nothing of the Dog)