Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
come-home-to-roost
idiom
/kʌm hoʊm tə ruːst/
Definition
To return to a place of origin, especially in a way that results in the consequences of one’s actions becoming evident.
Examples
- After years of neglecting my health, the repercussions are finally coming home to roost now that I’m facing serious medical issues.
- The company’s unethical practices eventually came home to roost when they faced severe legal penalties.
Meaning
This phrase implies that the effects of past actions or decisions are now becoming apparent, often with negative repercussions.
Synonyms
- come back to haunt
- pay the piper
- face the music
