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HOME PROVERBS reaction Don't cut off your nose to spite your face a saying that:warns against acting out of pique, or against making a decision in anger that will lead to more harm than good. In a more day-to-day context, the phrase might be applicable to situations where someone considers quitting a job without having another one lined up (simply because they're angry with their boss) or ending a long-term relationship over a minor disagreement. In both cases, the immediate satisfaction of a reactionary decision can lead to greater harm or regret later on. |
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