The idiom "pay dearly" likely originated in the 14th century. The phrase "dearly" comes from the Old English word "deor," which means "dear" or "beloved." This expression is used to convey the idea that someone who does something wrong or foolish might have to pay a high price, either physically, emotionally, or financially, for their actions.

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