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be a chapter of accidents

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be a chapter of accidents

To be characterized by multiple problems or mishaps. Primarily heard in UK, Australia. Despite all of our planning, the birthday party was a chapter of accidents.

See also: accident, chapter, of

be a chapter of accidents

  (British & Australian formal)

to be a series of unpleasant events The whole trip was a chapter of accidents.

See also: accident, chapter, of