Definitions by J. C. Worsley

riding it down 

The process by which an ostensibly detrimental process is allowed to finish on the slim chance that it results in an unexpected benefit. Originates in platform games such as Super Mario Bros.

"How's that new contract going?"

"Oh, terrible, but you know, I'm just riding it down."

riding it down by J. C. Worsley June 9, 2008