You Know That Saying ... (T/F?)

~ocean · 11-30-2017, 02:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by homoe

"Just Desserts"

For someone to get what is coming to them; what "they" deserve usually negatively.

"Kismet"...........

Kätzchen · 12-01-2017, 10:55 AM

Curiosity Killed The Cat

Used as an veiled warning about the unnecessary investigation and dangers of being too curious. HOWEVER, the rejoinder expressed is subtly stated as "But satisfaction brought the cat back...".

Interestingly, cats are thought to have at least 9 lives.

<<<<<<<~~ Schröedinger's is another fine example of the many aptitudes of the kitty cat.

Side notes: I would say this proverb is false. But it is nice to know we have a strong counter-culture of opinion in support of cats.

homoe · 12-01-2017, 10:58 AM

"To Get Off Scott Free"......................

This means to get away with something without being punished.

To escape punishment for a crime or wrongdoing; to be acquitted of charges for a crime.

Kätzchen · 12-01-2017, 11:10 AM

.... Kismet .....

Unlike Karma, Kismet is an expression borrowed from the Turks, probably during the 1800s, but it's origin is of middle-eastern, used by Urdu, Hindi, and Persian people's of Aramaic descent. It's meaning implies.... fate, divine by nature.

homoe · 12-01-2017, 11:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kätzchen

.... Kismet .....

Unlike Karma, Kismet is an expression borrowed from the Turks, probably during the 1800s, but it's origin is of middle-eastern, used by Urdu, Hindi, and Persian people's of Aramaic descent. It's meaning implies.... fate, divine by nature.

While Karma refers to the spiritual principle of cause and effect where intent and actions of an individual (cause) influence the future of that individual (effect). Good intent and good deed contribute to good karma and future happiness, while bad intent and bad deed contribute to bad karma and future suffering. Karma is closely associated with the idea of rebirth in many schools of Indian religions. In these schools, karma in the present affects one's future in the current life, as well as the nature and quality of future lives.
With origins in ancient India, karma is a key concept in Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism.

homoe · 12-01-2017, 08:28 PM

“You Snooze, You Lose” ...........

Is an idiom used to warn people who aren't paying attention, wait too long, or are indecisive that they will eventually pass up the opportunity to gain or do something they need, want, or aspire.

homoe · 12-02-2017, 12:52 PM

"Step Up to the Plate".......................

To take action in response to an opportunity or crisis.

12-01-2017, 10:55 AM	#2
Kätzchen Member How Do You Identify?: Femme Preferred Pronoun?: She, please. Relationship Status: Attached to my granddaughter & chosen friends and family.. Join Date: May 2010 Location: Enjoying life @ home ツ Posts: 16,111 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 29,645 Thanked 33,541 Times in 10,659 Posts Rep Power: 21474868	Curiosity Killed The Cat Used as an veiled warning about the unnecessary investigation and dangers of being too curious. HOWEVER, the rejoinder expressed is subtly stated as "But satisfaction brought the cat back...". Interestingly, cats are thought to have at least 9 lives. <<<<<<<~~ Schröedinger's is another fine example of the many aptitudes of the kitty cat. Side notes: I would say this proverb is false. But it is nice to know we have a strong counter-culture of opinion in support of cats. __________________ “If you’re ever in doubt choose yourself,” — thehannahcollective.

12-01-2017, 11:10 AM	#4
Kätzchen Member How Do You Identify?: Femme Preferred Pronoun?: She, please. Relationship Status: Attached to my granddaughter & chosen friends and family.. Join Date: May 2010 Location: Enjoying life @ home ツ Posts: 16,111 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 29,645 Thanked 33,541 Times in 10,659 Posts Rep Power: 21474868	.... Kismet ..... Unlike Karma, Kismet is an expression borrowed from the Turks, probably during the 1800s, but it's origin is of middle-eastern, used by Urdu, Hindi, and Persian people's of Aramaic descent. It's meaning implies.... fate, divine by nature. __________________ “If you’re ever in doubt choose yourself,” — thehannahcollective.

12-01-2017, 10:58 AM	#3
homoe Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Butch Relationship Status: ..... Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: 30 minute ferry ride from Seattle Posts: 38,565 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 20,811 Thanked 33,549 Times in 14,914 Posts Rep Power: 21474889	"To Get Off Scott Free"...................... This means to get away with something without being punished. To escape punishment for a crime or wrongdoing; to be acquitted of charges for a crime.

12-01-2017, 08:28 PM	#6
homoe Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Butch Relationship Status: ..... Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: 30 minute ferry ride from Seattle Posts: 38,565 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 20,811 Thanked 33,549 Times in 14,914 Posts Rep Power: 21474889	“You Snooze, You Lose” ........... Is an idiom used to warn people who aren't paying attention, wait too long, or are indecisive that they will eventually pass up the opportunity to gain or do something they need, want, or aspire.

12-02-2017, 12:52 PM	#7
homoe Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Butch Relationship Status: ..... Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: 30 minute ferry ride from Seattle Posts: 38,565 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 20,811 Thanked 33,549 Times in 14,914 Posts Rep Power: 21474889	"Step Up to the Plate"....................... To take action in response to an opportunity or crisis.