B1idiominformalnature
curiosity killed the cat
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a warning that asking too many questions can get you into trouble
Often said playfully to someone who asks too much, especially about a surprise. Always past tense 'killed'.
In context
"What's in the box?" "Curiosity killed the cat. You'll see it on your birthday."
I almost read her messages, then remembered that curiosity killed the cat.
More idioms about nature
- a big fish in a small pondan important person, but only in a small group or place
- a bird's-eye viewa view of something from high above
- a breath of fresh airsomeone or something new and different that makes a situation more pleasant
- a dark horsea person with hidden talents, or a competitor nobody expected to do well
- a drop in the oceana very small amount compared with what is needed