Pronunciation: /tɛmpt ˈprɑvɪdəns/
noun Providence - the protective care of God or of nature as a spiritual power
A1 I was told not to tempt Providence by going out in the storm.
A2 She always tempts Providence by taking unnecessary risks.
B1 It's not wise to tempt Providence by ignoring safety precautions.
B2 He decided to tempt Providence and go bungee jumping without checking the equipment.
C1 Some people believe that tempting Providence is a foolish and reckless act.
C2 Despite warnings from his friends, he continued to tempt Providence by engaging in extreme sports without proper training.
verb to provoke or challenge fate or a higher power by taking a risk or acting in a bold manner
A1 She was told not to tempt Providence by going out in the storm.
A2 I always feel like I'm tempting Providence when I forget my umbrella on a rainy day.
B1 It's not wise to tempt Providence by taking unnecessary risks.
B2 He decided to tempt Providence by skydiving without proper training.
C1 Despite the warnings, he continued to tempt Providence by engaging in dangerous activities.
C2 She believed she was invincible and constantly tempted Providence by ignoring safety precautions.
formal It is unwise to tempt Providence by taking unnecessary risks.
informal I wouldn't tempt Providence by driving without a seatbelt.
slang Don't be stupid and tempt Providence like that.
figurative She felt like she was tempting Providence by ignoring the warning signs.
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