Meaning of the word "the pitcher will go to the well once too often" in English
What does "the pitcher will go to the well once too often" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
the pitcher will go to the well once too often
US /ðə ˈpɪtʃər wɪl ɡoʊ tu ðə wɛl wʌns tu ˈɔːfən/
UK /ðə ˈpɪtʃə wɪl ɡəʊ tuː ðə wɛl wʌns tuː ˈɒfən/
Idiom
a person who takes risks or repeats a dangerous or dishonest act will eventually meet with failure or disaster
Example:
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He has been cheating on his taxes for years, but the pitcher will go to the well once too often.
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You can't keep driving that fast without getting caught; the pitcher will go to the well once too often.