Idiom: bite the hand that feeds you
Meaning
Idiom: bite the hand that feeds you
- criticize the person or thing that helps you or gives you money/benefits
Example sentences
— Your parents are strict but you’re 25 years old and still getting money from them so be careful about biting the hand that feeds you.
— You can either continue to bite the hand that feeds you or just get a new job.
— We were lucky to get sponsorship for the conference so make sure the speakers don't bite the hand that feeds us.
— These goody bags are free. You're not obligated to take one so don't bite the hand that feeds you.
— Why do your grandchildren bite the hand that feeds them? If your daughter won't discipline them, the maybe you should.
— I'm so embarrassed that when I was young I used to frequently bite the hand that fed me.
— You might want to show some appreciation by at least going to your classes instead of biting the hand that feeds you.
— Although our Federation gives free support and training to athletes, many still bite the hand that feeds them by not representing the country in international events.
Synonyms
- do someone wrong
- kick someone around
- take advantage of someone
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