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Be careful what you wish for

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Be careful what you wish for means that getting what you want can lead to problems you did not expect, and it may not be as good as it seemed.

The saying has been used for many years in stories and everyday speech. It warns that desires can have hidden consequences.

He wished for a promotion and then realized he had far more work, so be careful what you wish for.

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