Curiosity killed the cat. said to warn someone that they will suffer, harm or damage if they try to find out about other peoples private affairs. Where are we going? Calder asked. Curiosity killed the cat, dear. Youll find out soon enough. (Collins Dictionary) Inquisitiveness can be dangerous, especially when it extends to things one does not need to know about. I think youll offend her by asking such personal questions—curiosity killed the cat, after all. I know curiosity killed the cat, but I cant stop the investigation until I know where the donations are really going. (The Free Dictionary) #idioms #proverbs #slangwords 158 views15:31