check yourself before you wreck yourself

English

Etymology

Chosen for the rhyme. Originates from the song "Check Yo Self" (1993) by hip hop artist Ice Cube.

Phrase

check yourself before you wreck yourself

  1. (colloquial) Consider the consequences of your actions before you end up in trouble.
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