have a death wish
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Definition och Betydelse av "have a death wish"

to have a death wish
01

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

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What is the origin of the idiom "have a death wish" and when to use it?

The idiom "have a death wish" originates from the idea that someone exhibits reckless or self-destructive behavior, as if they actively desire to face life-threatening situations or harm themselves. It is a figurative expression used to describe individuals who engage in dangerous activities without apparent concern for their own safety or well-being.

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No one can see you walking along this busy street in the dark!
He must have a death wish, the way he drives at breakneck speeds on the highway.
Jumping off a cliff without a parachute is like having a death wish.
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***to do whatever it takes to just die

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You marching here alone only proves that you're having death wish, but fortunately it is something that I can help you with.
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