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    curiosity killed the cat (being curious may get you in trouble) I don’t want you prying into my private life; curiosity killed the cat. Don’t be so inquisitive about what he is doing. Remember, curiosity killed the cat. envocabulary.com

  eat, drink and be merry (enjoy life now; enjoy life while you can) Eat, drink and be merry, for tomorrow we die. Life is short, so eat drink and be merry, and smile while you still have teeth. envocabulary.com

  eat crow (admit your mistakes or defeat) He was completely wrong about her, so we made him eat crow. Jim said he would polish off his opponent in the first round, but he lost and had to eat crow. envocabulary.com

  eat away at something (erode or reduce something gradually) Woodworms have eaten away at the woodwork. Negative emotions will eat away at your self-confidence. Expenses are eating away at my savings. envocabulary.com

  easy as pie (very easy) My final exam was as easy as pie. For an experienced pilot, landing this type of aircraft is as easy as pie. Cooking food is as easy as pie with these new tools. envocabulary.com