lived and learnt

A form of live and learn — An exhortation to gain knowledge from lived experiences. Commonly used after a misfortune to indicate a moral lesson.

Meanings

verb
  1. participlepastsimple past and past participle of live and learn
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WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “lived and learnt,” accessed November 5, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/lived%20and%20learnt.

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