English Explanatory Dictionary

the pitcher goes so often to the well that it is broken at last

English dictionary entry

Meanings

proverb
  1. When something is used enough times, it will eventually break down.

Word forms

the pitcher goes so often to the well that it is broken at last

Synonyms

the jug goes to the well until it breaks

Related words

go to the well
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