Danger - Taking Too Much Risk

Explore English idioms that relate to taking too much risk, including "walk on thin ice" and "out on a limb".

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too close for comfort

[phrase]

in a distance so short that may cause danger, problems, or annoyance

Ex: The market 's unpredictability made the stock investment too close for comfort, leading to anxiety among investors .

to do or die

[phrase]

to put in great effort and take great risks to succeed or to fail trying

Ex: With the championship on the line , the athlete knew it do or die in the final race of the season .

to go for broke

[phrase]

to put everything at risk in order to achieve a particular goal

out on a limb

[phrase]

in a situation that involves a lot of risk and little support or evidence, especially one that arouses negative reactions in others

Ex: The scientist out on a limb by proposing a groundbreaking theory that challenged existing beliefs .

to risk life and limb

[phrase]

to do something that has the risk of death or serious injury

to stick one's neck out

[phrase]

to say or do a thing that can put one in trouble or danger

Ex: The stuck his neck out by proposing a new , untested approach to the project .

to walk on thin ice

[phrase]

to be doing something that may get one into serious trouble or danger at any moment

to take one's life into one's (own) hands

[phrase]

to do something so risky that a person may lose their life because of it

Ex: By attempting to negotiate a peace deal in the midst of the conflict , the diplomat taking his life into his own hands, hoping for a peaceful resolution .

at one's own risk

[phrase]

by accepting the responsibility for all potential dangers and risks involved

to up the ante

[phrase]

to add to the risks or demands of a competition, dispute, etc. that will lead to either more benefits or losses

Ex: To stand out in the job market , he knew he raise the ante by acquiring more skills and qualifications .

to lay down one's life

[phrase]

to sacrifice one's life so that someone or something can continue to exist

Ex: In tales of heroism , characters often make the choice lay down their lives to ensure the survival of their loved ones or their community .

to dice with death

[phrase]

to take great risks that could result in one's own death

Ex: I 'm warning you not dice with death by entering that abandoned building .

to tempt fate

[phrase]

to push the limits of safety or good fortune by doing something that may result in harm or disaster

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Danger - Taking Too Much Risk