curiosity killed the cat

Idioms In English

What Does “curiosity killed the cat” mean?

Definition:

Curiosity killed the cat is a proverb used to warn someone not to be too curious about something and ask too many questions because this can get you into trouble.

Example(s)

Alan: I wonder who killed that wealthy man?
Bill: Curiosity killed the cat.

This idiom is in the animals category.
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