Being too inquisitive or nosy can lead to trouble or danger. A warning against excessive curiosity or prying into matters that don't concern you.
The original 16th-century version was 'care killed the cat,' where 'care' meant worry or sorrow. By the early 20th century, 'care' had been replaced with 'curiosity,' reflecting changing attitudes toward inquisitiveness in an increasingly complex world.
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