Meaning of the word "curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back" in English
What does "curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back
US /kjʊriˈɑsəti kɪld ðə kæt bʌt ˌsætɪsˈfækʃən brɔt ɪt bæk/
UK /ˌkjʊəriˈɒsəti kɪld ðə kæt bʌt ˌsætɪsˈfækʃən brɔːt ɪt bæk/
Idiom
a proverb used to warn of the dangers of unnecessary investigation or experimentation, while also noting that the rewards of discovery can be worth the risk
Example:
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I know you're worried about the risks of this experiment, but remember: curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back.
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He spent years researching the mystery; curiosity killed the cat, but satisfaction brought it back when he finally found the truth.