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blow up in one's face

Meaning: To fail spectacularly or cause a plan to collapse in an embarrassing way.

Language: English

Literally: (Already vivid in English)

Category: The Absurd

Origin: The phrase pictures an explosion occurring in one's own hands or face—a plan that backfires with destructive force.

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