tempt fate
US /tɛmpt feɪt/
UK /tɛmpt feɪt/
1.
铤而走险, 自找麻烦
to take an unnecessary and foolish risk that could lead to a bad outcome
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He decided to drive home after drinking, really tempting fate.
他决定酒后驾车回家，真是铤而走险。
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Leaving your door unlocked at night is just tempting fate.
晚上不锁门简直是自找麻烦。