"I don't chew my cabbage twice" meaning in English

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Phrase

Head templates: {{head|en|phrase}} I don't chew my cabbage twice
  1. An impertinent refusal to repeat one's earlier statement when asked to do so. Synonyms: I don't boil my cabbage twice Related terms: cauld kale het again
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Alternative forms

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