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to play with fire
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to do something dangerous, risky, or foolish
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "play with fire" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "play with fire" can be traced back to the literal act of handling or interacting with fire, which is inherently risky and dangerous. Over time, this literal meaning evolved into a figurative expression used to describe engaging in risky or reckless behavior with full awareness of the potential negative consequences.
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Disregarding financial advice and overspending is playing with fire, as it can result in debt and financial instability.
I don't want to see you play with fire when it comes to your health.
If you play with fire, you get burned.
They have a tendency to play with fire by ignoring their obligations.
It's insane to play with fire near a gas leak.
