Meaning of the word "cut your own throat" in English
What does "cut your own throat" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
cut your own throat
US /kʌt jʊər oʊn θroʊt/
UK /kʌt jɔːr əʊn θrəʊt/
Idiom
to do something that will cause your own failure or downfall
Example:
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If you refuse to cooperate with your team, you'll be cutting your own throat.
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Raising prices too much could cut your own throat by driving customers away.