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Asking for Trouble

Danger / Asking for Trouble

Asking for Trouble

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1
[bell] the cat
content.phrase

to be the one who shows courage and does something risky that benefits all members of a group

In my career, I've often been the one who bells the cat, taking on challenging projects others were hesitant to tackle.

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2
(leap|jump) in the dark
content.phrase

a risk or brave act taken without considering the consequences

Starting a new business is a leap in the dark, as success is never guaranteed.

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3
[sail] close to the wind
content.phrase

nearly opposite to the direction from which wind is coming

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4
[roll] the dice
content.phrase

to rely on chance in doing something

I rolled the dice on a tool brand I haven't used before.So far, it's working out well.

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5
[play] with fire
content.phrase

to do something dangerous, risky, or foolish

Texting while driving is a dangerous habit, akin to playing with fire on the road.

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6
[have] a death wish
content.phrase

to behave in a way that is risky, dangerous, or reckless

No one can see you walking along this busy street in the dark!Do you have a death wish or something?

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7
[ask] for trouble
content.phrase

to do something that is very likely to result in trouble or difficulty

Driving without a seatbelt is like asking for trouble; it's dangerous and against the law.

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8
[be] cruising for a bruising
content.phrase

to knowingly do what can get one into trouble

Unless you've got your stuff together then you're cruising for a bruising

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9
[live] on the edge
content.phrase

to have a life that involves one facing a lot of danger and taking great risks

He's the kind of person who loves to live on the edge, constantly seeking new adrenaline-pumping adventures.

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