Meaning of the word "be your own worst enemy" in English

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be your own worst enemy

US /bi jʊər oʊn wɜrst ˈɛn.ə.mi/
UK /bi jʊər oʊn wɜrst ˈɛn.ə.mi/
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Idiom

1.

to cause most of your own problems because of your attitude or behavior

Example:
He tends to be his own worst enemy, always sabotaging his chances of success.
If you keep procrastinating, you'll be your own worst enemy when the deadline comes.
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