People who practise the same occupation are natural rivals and therefore rarely get along; competition breeds mutual hostility.
Examples:
- 1727: 'In every age and clime we see, Two of a trade can ne'er agree.' (Gay, Fables)
Origin: attested 1630
People who practise the same occupation are natural rivals and therefore rarely get along; competition breeds mutual hostility.
Examples:
Origin: attested 1630