Meaning of the word "two wrongs don't make a right" in English
What does "two wrongs don't make a right" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
two wrongs don't make a right
US /tuː rɔːŋz doʊnt meɪk ə raɪt/
UK /tuː rɒŋz dəʊnt meɪk ə raɪt/
Idiom
used to say that if someone has done something bad to you, you should not do something bad to them in return
Example:
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I know he lied to you, but two wrongs don't make a right, so don't lie to him.
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Just because she was rude to you doesn't mean you should be rude back; two wrongs don't make a right.