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What is the meaning of "once bitten twice shy"?

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Question added by Khaled Belgacem , Teacher of English , Pioneer High School Gafsa
Date Posted: 2015/06/11
Kevin Simms
by Kevin Simms , Assistant Management Accountant , HS Admin

Once someone has made a mistake they are wary of making the same mistake again.

 

Most common use is if someone has been heartbroken they will be reluctant to start another romantic relationship.

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