Losing your passport while traveling is bad business.
bad business
idiomSynonym of bad news (“irritating, troublesome or harmful thing, situation or person”).
Origin
disputed originFrom bad + business.
If you ignore the engine warning light on your car, that is bad business for your wallet.
Attempting to negotiate a contract without legal counsel is bad business, as it often leads to unforeseen complications and long-term financial liability.
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bad actor
An individual or entity with a prior criminal conviction, or who has been sanctioned by the court or regulator.
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bad apple
A person who is not wholesome, honest, or trustworthy, especially one who has an adverse influence on others.
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bad books
Disfavor.
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bad company
The wrong crowd.
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bad egg
Someone whose behaviour is reprehensible or irresponsible; a rogue.
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bad hair day
A day when things seem to be unmanageable or go wrong.
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bad iron
bad luck.
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bad joke
A situation that is badly planned, or illogical.