don't try this at home

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English[edit]

Phrase[edit]

don't try this at home

  1. A caution that the activity being described or demonstrated is not safe for ordinary members of the public to attempt.
    Don't try this at home, but now I'm going to walk barefoot over the hot coals.

Usage notes[edit]

  • Now often used humorously, or with no actual expectation that an activity might be attempted at home.

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