Zigged when one should've zagged In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "zigged when one should've zagged", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

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2021-09-03 11:09

Zigged when one should've zagged phrase

Made an attempt to get rid of some hindrances by moving in a specific direction, but by going in such direction, one accidentally harmed themselves.

He zigged when he should've zagged and ended up bumping his head on the door frame.

Oh no I lost the game again! I zigged when I should've zagged. If I had taken the right turn, I wouldn't have met so many obstacles.

Made a mistake or took a wrong action.

John could have been granted clemency, but he zigged when he should've zagged by not revealing his accomplices.

I know that I zigged when I should've zagged, and I hope that you can give me a chance to correct my mistakes.

The origin of this phrase is not clear.