“Blow your top” is an idiom used to describe extreme anger and losing one’s temper. It can refer to present or future events and can lead to physical altercations. It’s important to find constructive ways to deal with anger instead of letting it escalate. “Blow your top” is a colorful idiom that is used to […]
“Blowing a gasket” means losing control of one’s temper. The phrase comes from engines, where a gasket prevents liquids from escaping between metal fittings. When it blows, liquid escapes, creating steam. There is no warning before it happens, similar to “blowing a fuse.” Both phrases are relatively modern and likely originated in the United States […]
“Shot after shot” or “blow after blow” means a detailed description. It can refer to a game or a fight, and is often used to ask for more or less detail. It can also be used as a title, such as in music or literature. Shot after shot, just like game after game, is an […]
The “blow the whistle” idiom refers to reporting a corrupt or dishonest situation, with the person who does so being called a whistleblower. This term can have a negative connotation, but whistleblowers can report to authorities, employers, or the media. Generally, the “blow the whistle” idiom means that someone has disclosed or reported a corrupt […]
“Blow out of the water” is an idiom that means to overwhelmingly defeat an opponent, originating from naval warfare in WWII. It is commonly used in sports and other competitive situations, but can be confusing for non-native speakers due to its figurative meaning. “Blow out of the water” is an idiom that means to defeat […]
