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nip in the bud

To stop something at an early stage.
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If you see a bad habit begin to develop, try to nip it in the bud so that it does not become ingrained.

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Submitted on September 01, 2009

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nip in the budTo remove a bud from a plant to prevent flower and fruit from forming.
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