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English Dictionarythe day of reckoninga time when you have to deal with the bad results of something you did in the past
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Idiomsday of reckoninga time when something must be dealt with.
Taking out another loan to cover your debts will only postpone the day of reckoning.Etymology: based on the Biblical day of reckoning (= the day when God will judge everyone)the time when an unpleasant situation has to be dealt with, or the time when you are punished or criticized for the things you have done wrong. Taking out a further loan to cover your debts will only postpone the day of reckoning. [TahlilGaran] English Idioms Dictionary ▲
day of reckoning n. phr. 1. A time when one will be made to account for misdeeds.
When the criminal was caught and brought to trial his victims said, "finally, the day of reckoning has come." 2. A time when one's will and Judgment are severely tested.
"You always wanted to run the department," the dean said to Professor Smith. "Now here is your chance; this is your day of reckoning." [TahlilGaran] English Idioms Dictionary ▲