The pitcher will go to the well once too often In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "the pitcher will go to the well once too often", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Tonia Thai calendar 2021-05-30 03:05

Meaning of The pitcher will go to the well once too often

The pitcher will go to the well once too often proverb

This proverb is used to advise one shouldn’t repeat risky actions because it can push their luck to go far.

A period of good fortune will eventually come to an end.

I know you are so happy with the triumph, but don't rest on your laurels and remember that the pitcher will go to the well once too often.

A: He got an excellent grade but the teacher didn't know he cheated on the test. It's unfair. B: Calm down. The pitcher will go to the well once too often.

He keeps breaking the law! He will be caught soon. The pitcher will go to the well once too often.

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