break your neck

Frequency: 6.87.8 per million words

To suffer a fracture of the vertebrae in the neck, often a fatal or paralyzing injury.

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Examples (10)

  • He fell from the ladder and almost broke his neck.
  • Be careful on those icy steps; you don't want to break your neck.
  • The stuntman risked breaking his neck for the perfect shot.
  • She was told by the doctor that she could have broken her neck in the accident.
  • Don't climb so high, you'll break your neck!
  • Many climbers have broken their necks attempting that dangerous ascent.
  • He landed awkwardly and feared he had broken his neck.
  • I wouldn't break my neck trying to get there on time; it's not that important.
  • The doctor warned that a wrong move could easily break her neck.
  • They advised him to be cautious to avoid breaking his neck.