catch sb with one's hand in the cookie jar
volume

Definizione e Significato di "[catch] {sb} with {one's} [hand] in the cookie jar"

to catch sb with one's hand in the cookie jar
01

to catch someone in the act of doing something wrong or inappropriate

to [catch] {sb} with {one's} [hand] in the cookie jar definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "catch someone with their hand in the cookie jar" and when to use it?

The idiom "catch someone with their hand in the cookie jar" is originated from the act of sneaking cookies or sweets from a jar without permission. This expression is often used when someone is caught red-handed engaging in an activity they shouldn't be.

download-mobile-app
Scarica la nostra app mobile
Langeek Mobile Application
Scarica l'Applicazione
LanGeek
Scarica l'App
langeek application

Download Mobile App

stars

app store