Used when a parent warns a child about disruptive behavior.
Literal Meaning
Do not necessitate my entry into that location
Actual Meaning
Warning that things will escalate if behavior doesn't change
Examples in Context
Parent: 'Don't make me come in there!' (Translation: Behave or face consequences)
Helpful Tips
1Warning shot
2Final chance
3Escalation coming
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
don't push your luck
this is your last warning
take it down a notch
cool your jets
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