be riding for a fallto be doing something unwise which could result in failure
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riding for a fall adj. phr. Behaving in an overconfident way that is likely to lead to trouble; being too sure of yourself; doing something dangerous.
The student who does not study for exams is riding for a fall.
Mr. Smith has borrowed too much money on his home. He is riding for a fall. Compare: COME A CROPPER
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