appetite comes with eating
idiomStarting an activity increases one's desire to continue it.
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burn that bridge when one comes to it
To anticipate dealing with a problem or situation either by acting in a manner that alienates or cuts ties with others, or merely with the expectation of encountering trouble.
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cross that bridge when one comes to it
To deal with a problem or situation only if and when it arises.
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one's ship comes in
One makes or comes into possession of a significant amount of money.
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take something as it comes
To accept and deal with something (an event, etc.) as it occurs, with a composed state of mind.
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what's eating
What is wrong with...? What is the problem with... (somebody)? Inquired regarding somebody who seems upset, worried, angry, etc.
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what's eating you
What is annoying or bothering you?
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when push comes to shove
When the pressure is on; when the situation is critical or urgent; when the time has come for action, even if it is difficult.
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worst comes to worst
If a possible worst-case scenario actually occurs.