ask for trouble (Meaning)

Wordnet

ask for trouble (v)

persist with actions or an attitude despite the probability that it will cause trouble

ask for trouble Sentence Examples

  1. If you continue to antagonize him, you're just asking for trouble.
  2. Tampering with the security system is asking for trouble.
  3. Parking in front of the fire hydrant is definitely asking for trouble.
  4. Taking shortcuts through private property is asking for trouble with the owners.
  5. Ignoring warning signs is asking for trouble in hazardous areas.
  6. Starting rumors about your classmates is asking for trouble.
  7. Driving recklessly in bad weather is asking for trouble.
  8. Skipping school without permission is asking for trouble with the principal.
  9. Borrowing money from shady individuals is asking for trouble.
  10. Sneaking into the restricted area is asking for trouble with security guards.

FAQs About the word ask for trouble

persist with actions or an attitude despite the probability that it will cause trouble

question, quiz,interrogate, query, examine,inquire (of), grill, catechize, survey, cross-question

reply, respond, reply, respond, answer,answer, remark, observe,observe, comment

If you continue to antagonize him, you're just asking for trouble.

Tampering with the security system is asking for trouble.

Parking in front of the fire hydrant is definitely asking for trouble.

Taking shortcuts through private property is asking for trouble with the owners.