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A Leopard Can't Change His Spots (Origin)
by Craig ShrivesWhat Is the Origin of the Saying "A Leopard Can't Change His Spots"?
The term "a leopard can't change his spots" means you cannot change who you are. It is most commonly used to refer to a person who has acted badly to suggest that the person will act badly again. For example:- We will catch him next time. And, there will be a next time. A leopard can't change his spots.
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