idiom
Burning your bridges
BER-ning yor BRIJ-iz
ˈbɜːrnɪŋ jɔːr ˈbrɪdʒɪzListen
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Syllable breakdown
burningyourbridges
Dictionary meaning
Irreversibly damaging relationships with people you might need in the future.
Examples
- Be careful how you resign — don't burn your bridges.
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