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to cook one's goose
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to prevent someone from achieving success by destroying their plans
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Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "cook one's goose" and when to use it?
The idiom "cook one's goose" is an expression used to describe a situation where someone's plans or prospects are ruined, typically due to their own actions or mistakes. The origin of this idiom is uncertain, but it dates back to at least the 1800s, with "goose" being a metaphorical representation of an individual's situation or fortune.
Examples
John thought he could get away with cheating on the exam, but when he got caught, it cooked his goose, and he was expelled from school.
The company's reckless financial decisions and mismanagement of funds ultimately cooked their goose, leading to bankruptcy.
