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There are no free breakfasts

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Phraseologism: There are no free breakfasts.

Meaning: Obtaining any benefit is always associated with costs, even if these costs are not visible at first glance.

Origin: In the 15th century in the western United States, many bars offered a free snack for a dollar or more if the patron bought a drink for XNUMX cents. The calculation was that the visitor would not be limited to one serving of booze.

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