Push your luck Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Idiomatic Caution Suggests overconfidence could lead to problems. Often used as a warning. You've won a few games, but don't push your luck. Pro Tip 2/3Colloquial Warning Common in casual conversation; gives a friendly alert not to take more risks. You got away with coming late once, don't push your luck. Pro Tip 3/3Metaphorical Edge Imagines luck as a physical boundary that shouldn't be overstepped. She already agreed to one favor, if you ask for another, you're pushing your luck.