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Do yourself a mischief

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Colloquial UsagePlay
Used in informal situations among friends or family, not in formal or professional contexts. SlideWatch out playing football on that rough ground, or you'll do yourself a mischief!
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British ExpressionPlay
It's a British phrase, so it's recognized and understood mainly by British English speakers. SlideI told him not to carry all those books at once as he might do himself a mischief.
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Minor InjuryPlay
The phrase implies a light or minor injury, not a serious one. SlideDon't run too fast on the icy pavement, or you'll do yourself a mischief.