burn that bridge when one comes to it

动词 v.

英文释义

动词 v.
  1. To anticipate dealing with a problem or situation either by acting in a manner that alienates or cuts ties with others, or merely with the expectation of encountering trouble. idiomatic
    — That takes care of Kay. As for the man, I'll burn that bridge when I come to it.

词形变化

burns that bridge when one comes to it present,singular,third-person burning that bridge when one comes to it participle,present burned that bridge when one came to it participle,past burned that bridge when one came to it past burnt that bridge when one came to it participle,past burnt that bridge when one came to it past

词源

A mixed metaphor combining cross that bridge when one comes to it and burn one's bridges.
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