Riding for a fall Meaning in English
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Definition
If someone is 'riding for a fall,' they are behaving in a risky or careless way and are likely to fail or get into trouble soon.
Usage & Nuances
This is an idiomatic, somewhat formal or literary expression. It often refers to someone being warned that their risky actions will soon lead to failure or trouble. It's less common in everyday speech—alternatives include 'headed for trouble' or 'asking for it.'
Example Sentences
If you keep skipping class, you are riding for a fall.
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She is spending too much money—she's riding for a fall.
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Anyone who ignores safety rules is riding for a fall.
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With all his bragging and carelessness, he's definitely riding for a fall.
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Everyone warns him, but he acts like he's not riding for a fall.
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If this project fails, don’t say I didn’t warn you—you were riding for a fall from the start.
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