dig a hole for oneself

1.
Worldwideinformalcolloquial
- To create a disadvantageous or troublesome situation through one’s own words or actions; to bring trouble upon oneself.
- To make one’s circumstances worse by taking unwise steps or by behaving imprudently.
2.
Worldwideinformal
- To produce embarrassment or commit oneself to a position that is difficult to escape.

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