caught in one's own trap - Meaning, Image, Examples & Etymology - Learn English Visually

to be harmed or inconvenienced by one's own actions or schemes.

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to be harmed or inconvenienced by one's own actions or schemes.

The politician was caught in his own trap when his lies were exposed.

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to experience the negative consequences of one's own deceit or trickery.

The con artist was caught in his own trap when his accomplice turned him in.

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