what goes around comes around
The proverb "what goes around comes around" is often used to convey the idea of karma, implying that one's actions will eventually return to affect them in a similar manner.
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Definition
B2General
(informal, idiomatic)The belief that a person's actions, whether good or bad, will eventually have consequences that affect them in a similar way.
Example
- She always helps others without expecting anything in return, believing that what goes around comes around.
- He cheated on his exams, and now he's facing the consequences. What goes around comes around.
C1Philosophy
(informal, idiomatic)The idea that the universe maintains a balance, where one's positive or negative deeds will be reciprocated.
Example
- Many people believe in the concept of karma, often summed up by the saying 'what goes around comes around.'
- In life, it's important to treat others well because what goes around comes around.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "what goes around comes around":
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