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once bitten, twice shy
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used for saying that after experiencing a negative or painful event, individuals become more cautious and wary in similar situations
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After the failed investment, he became more cautious — once bitten, twice shy.
She ’s hesitant to trust again after her last relationship ended poorly, as they say, once bitten, twice shy.
