Quote by English Proverb

A burnt child dreads the fire.

A burnt child dreads the fire.

Summary

This quote means that someone who has experienced a negative or painful event in the past is more cautious or fearful of a similar situation in the future. It implies that past negative experiences teach people to be cautious and avoid potential harm or danger that might come their way. The saying suggests that a person who has been hurt before will be more wary and take extra precautions to prevent history from repeating itself.

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Experience

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