This idiomatic expression "be cruising for a bruising" likely originated in the mid-20th century, and it conveys a warning or prediction of trouble or harm. The phrase is used to suggest a sense of impending trouble, emphasizing that the person's actions or attitude are provocative or risky.

What is the origin of the idiom "be cruising for a bruising" and when to use it?

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to [be] cruising for a bruising

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Definition und Bedeutung von „ be cruising for a bruising“ im Englischen

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