Doing something extremely stupid or reckless usually for the amusement of others or for the thrill of doing something daring. Often occurs as a result of peer pressure.
The expression originates from the urban myth(?) of someone dancing on the railroad tracks and paying for the foolish mistake with their life.
The expression originates from the urban myth(?) of someone dancing on the railroad tracks and paying for the foolish mistake with their life.
Dana: Look at Jimmy. He’s dancing on the rails again
Bill: What an idiot! He’ll get hurt if he doesn’t stop it!
Bill: What an idiot! He’ll get hurt if he doesn’t stop it!
by The Captive Spirit September 12, 2010