Phrases with «to blow up in one's face»

It's tempting to beef up some details about your life, but those little white lies could blow up in your face when you meet in person. (uk.match.com)
I just wanted to make sure that the whole thing wouldn't blow up in my face despite the best planning. (biggerpockets.com)
It seems anytime I try to go over the top or be more extravagant, it just blows up in my face, so I stick to simple. (rainonatinroof.com)
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