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Определение и Значение "pay the piper"

to pay the piper
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столкнуться с последствиями своего поведения

to face the consequences of one's behavior or actions
IdiomIdiom
InformalInformal

What is the origin of the idiom "pay the piper" and when to use it?

The idiom "pay the piper" has its roots in the world of traditional folk music. It refers to the act of compensating a musician or piper for their performance or services. In a broader sense, it is used figuratively to mean that one must face the consequences or costs of their actions or decisions.

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The company had to pay the piper for its unethical business practices when it faced legal consequences.
If you want quality work, you have to pay the piper for the expertise.
The politician realized that he who pays the piper, calls the tune, and that he needed to listen to the concerns of his campaign donors.
You can't enjoy all the benefits without paying the piper at some point.
In the end, he had to pay the piper for his procrastination, facing the stress of last-minute work.
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