Andy,
sadly, not me. I picked up the phrase from a greatly-respected approach-radar mentor 'oop north' many years ago. At the time I was a current PPL, (courtesy of NATS), and it served me well, both in the air and 'on the scope'.
Safe flying, as always, and don't ever be afraid :-
a) to turn back,
b) to tell someone on the ground if it's all going pear-shaped.
c) to visit ATC for a chat.