“Curiosity killed the cat”
Definition
Being too curious can cause trouble.
Examples
Examples
“Don’t open that box — curiosity killed the cat.”
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- What does "Curiosity killed the cat" mean?
- "Curiosity killed the cat" means being too curious can cause trouble..
- How do you use "Curiosity killed the cat" in a sentence?
- Example: "Don’t open that box — curiosity killed the cat."
- What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Curiosity killed the cat"?
- Чрезмерное любопытство может привести к проблемам. / Չափազանց հետաքրքրասիրությունը կարող է խնդիրներ առաջացնել։
- Is this idiom formal or informal?
- This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.