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to pay the fiddler
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to accept the consequences of the things one has done
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "pay the fiddler" and when to use it?
The idiom "pay the fiddler" is believed to have originated from the world of music and dance. It refers to the idea that after enjoying a period of entertainment or pleasure, one must eventually face the consequences or bear the cost of their actions or decisions. It is used to emphasize the fact that enjoyment or benefits often come with a price, and that price must be paid sooner or later.
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Some people live for the moment, not realizing they'll have to pay the fiddler for their impulsive choices.
They threw a lavish party but had to pay the fiddler by dealing with the mess left behind.
Enjoying a night out with friends is great, but you'll have to pay the fiddler by dealing with a late start the next morning.
Ignoring the maintenance of their car, they eventually had to pay the fiddler with costly repairs.
After a week of indulgence on vacation, we returned home to pay the fiddler with a pile of unpaid bills.
