Idiomatically, an accident waiting to happen is a situation which is almost certain to eventually lead to an accident.
"accident" = a noun "waiting" = a verb "to happen" = a verb
It's a saying which means: An accident waiting to happen. Example: John leaves a cup of tea on the edge of the table. Karen says: 'that is an accident waiting to happen.'
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Sarge - 1971 An Accident Waiting to Happen - 1.13 was released on: USA: 4 January 1972
Sarge - 1971 An Accident Waiting to Happen 1-13 was released on: USA: 4 January 1972
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Driven correctly dump trailers should be fine to drive on major roadways. Potentially any vehicle is an accident waiting to happen when driven inproperly.
NO The ammunition must match the marking on the Barrel exactly. If you do it is an accident waiting to happen.
It seems like an accident waiting to happen. Especially if u r scared of heights!
Trouble Waiting to Happen was created in 1987.
We are not too smart doing this. Never tow a vehicle with a chain, as this is a accident waiting to happen.
Have someone that is certified in Life Saving around or not do it. It's very risky and could be an accident waiting to happen