🐍 Snake in One’s Bosom
Snake in one’s bosom: An idiom used to describe someone who betrays trust, right from within. Think: that so-called best friend who’s actually an undercover frenemy.
Origin and Similar Terms: This phrase is also known as “viper in one’s bosom.” It conjures up images of trust gone wrong—nestling a treacherous creature close to you.
Synonyms:
- Wolf in sheep’s clothing
- Judas
- Double-crosser
Antonyms:
- True friend
- Loyal companion
Humor-Filled Quote: “Keep your friends close, but keep your snakes closer. Wait, maybe that’s not how it goes?” – Anonymous dubious advisor
Proverbs and Wisdom:
- “Betrayal can only happen if you love.” – John Le Carré
- “Et tu, Brute?” – Julius Caesar, shortly before reconsidering his social circle.
Literature and Entertainment:
- Macbeth by William Shakespeare
- Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy by John Le Carré
- The Godfather directed by Francis Ford Coppola
- Mean Girls directed by Mark Waters (Easily could’ve been titled “Snakes in Skirts”)
Inspirational Thought: Often, adversities unveil the true nature of people around us. Stay vigilant, trust wisely, and always remember: it’s the snakes you don’t see that are the most venomous.
Published by: Enigmatic Expressions Press
Farewell Thought: “Stay wary of serpents in sweaters and snakes in socks, for treachery lurks wherever trust dwells.” – S. N. Snickersby
