MOS YOU Crossword No 1,205

[whinlatter]

Any ideas? Help appreciated.
Proverb suggesting that you shouldn't harm yourself when trying to get even with someone.
(4,3,3,4,4,2,5,4,4)

[bluebirdino]

dont cut off your nose to spite your face

[Davao]

don't cut off your nose to spite your face

[bibblebub]

if it's like the Times crossword then it might be 'ones' rather then 'your'

[whinlatter]

Thanks all - much appreciated.