IdiomBody & Senses
English
Englishit's all fun and games until someone loses an eye
Meaning: Rough play may seem harmless but can end in injury.
Example: “Put down the water pistols; it's all fun and games until someone loses an eye.”
Origin: A parent's warning of the 20th century; a similar Roman saying and Victorian versions are sometimes cited, but its first use has not been confirmed.
Equivalents in other languages
French: Jeux de mains, jeux de vilains Literally: Games of hands, games of churls
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