English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "you can't be taking chances like that" Mean?
Learn what "you can't be taking chances like that" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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You can't be taking chances like that.
It means the speaker thinks the other person is acting too riskily and should stop.
From Mafia Lord'S Son Has Secret Love For His Stepmom, Episode 43
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker warns someone against taking a dangerous risk.
Usage Scenario
Use this to caution someone in a serious conversation. It can sound controlling if you say it too harshly.
Better ways to say it
1
You can't be taking chances like that.
2
Don't take chances like that.
3
You can't keep risking things like that.
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