cautionary tale

language: en

definitions

  1. A story, often based on real events, intended to warn others of danger, mistakes, or negative consequences.
    en: A story, often based on real events, intended to warn others of danger, mistakes, or negative consequences.

examples

  1. The explorer narrated his cautionary tale of survival and loss before passing away.

    The explorer narrated his cautionary tale of survival and loss before passing away.