What is another word for cry before one is hurt?
Pronunciation: [kɹˈa͡ɪ bɪfˌɔː wˈɒn ɪz hˈɜːt] (IPA) 
The phrase "cry before one is hurt" suggests someone is anticipating or fearing a negative outcome before it even happens. There are a few alternative phrases with similar meanings, such as "jumping the gun," which means making a premature judgement or action before all the facts are known. "Anticipating the worst" also implies that someone is expecting something negative to occur. "Paranoid" is another way to describe someone who is overly anxious or worried about something that may not even happen. Lastly, "borderline hypochondriac" implies someone who is constantly afraid of falling ill or getting hurt, even if there is no real reason for concern.
