be on a collision course

be on a collision course
if two people or groups are on a collision course, they are doing or saying things which are certain to cause a serious disagreement or a fight between them.

All attempts at diplomacy have broken down and the two states now appear to be on a collision course.

The British government is on a collision course with the American administration over trade tariffs.

(often + with)

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