Meaning of the word "look to your laurels" in English
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look to your laurels
US /lʊk tu jʊər ˈlɔːrəlz/
UK /lʊk tu jʊər ˈlɔːrəlz/
Idiom
1.
to be careful to maintain your position or success, as someone else is trying to achieve the same or do better
Example:
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The new intern is very ambitious; you'd better look to your laurels.
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With so many talented young players coming up, the veterans need to look to their laurels.
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