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Meaning of 'Tempt fate'

What does the saying 'Tempt fate' mean?

Idiom: Tempt fate

Meaning:

If you tempt fate, you do something where there is a high risk of failure.  It can also be used when talking about something could make it risky.

Country: International English | Subject Area: General | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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