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to have it coming
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to be deserving of something that happens to one, particularly something that is unpleasant
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What is the origin of the idiom "have it coming" and when to use it?
The idiom "have it coming" has its origins in the early 20th century, specifically in American English. It is commonly employed when discussing situations of justice or fairness, emphasizing that someone is facing the appropriate outcome as a result of their choices.
Example
She has it coming if she continues to cheat on her partner.
They will be having it coming when the consequences of their actions catch up with them.
He was having it coming when he was caught stealing from the company.
They had it coming for ignoring the warnings and causing the accident.
She will have it coming if she doesn't apologize for her hurtful remarks.
