Look for words that suggest danger or poor condition to understand when this phrase fits.

Context Clues

The phrase often describes potential issues, not just immediate or obvious ones.

Not Literal

Can describe prone to failure, not just physical harm or disaster.

Focuses on a person's consistent behavior that could lead to problems.

Implies that a person's actions are likely to cause complications in the future.

The phrase may be used for exaggeration to make a point, not a certain prediction.