once an Eagle (Scout), always an Eagle (Scout)

once an Eagle (Scout), always an Eagle (Scout)

An Eagle Scout (the highest Boy Scout rank) is thought to never lose their dedication to their rank or its related principles. Primarily heard in US. A: "Oh, my dad was an Eagle Scout in his youth." B: "Oh no, once an Eagle Scout, always an Eagle Scout, my friend!"
See also: always, an, eagle, once
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