B2 — Upper Intermediate⏳ Time & Life
L'occasione fa l'uomo ladro
Opportunity makes a thief
Literal Translation
"The occasion makes the man a thief"
What it means
Suggests that a person may act dishonestly when given the opportunity, even if not normally inclined to.
Example in context
"Non lasciare i soldi sul tavolo — l'occasione fa l'uomo ladro."
"Don't leave the money on the table — opportunity makes a thief."
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