The bad man

exp.

Heard in Kildare

A dubious or untrustworthy fellow. The embodiment of the forces of evil one was warned against in childhood.

In use

When you go to the shop, watch out for the bad man.

Posh English

When you proceed to the mercantile establishment, do keep a sharp lookout for the villainous sort.

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  • Bad buzzA negative atmosphere, bad vibe, or unpleasant social energy.
  • Bad cessBad luck.
  • Bad doseA severe case or bad bout of an illness.
  • Bad pintThe one bad pint many people accidentally drink along with the 15 good ones also…