be a recipe for (something)



be a recipe for (something)

To be likely to cause a particular thing to happen. Studying all night before your final exam is a recipe for disaster. Eating healthy food and exercising regularly is a recipe for longevity.
See also: recipe

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Becky['beki]
Gunnhildur-Icelandic
Moreenmaw-REEN, MAWR-eenIrish, English
Roosevelt['rəuzəvelt]
HappyHAP-eeEnglish (Rare)
Tudor (2)-Romanian