The idiom "the fat hit the fire" is an expression used to describe a situation where a problem or conflict intensifies or becomes more serious. It conveys the idea that a previously manageable or contained issue has now escalated and reached a critical point. The origin of this idiom can be traced back to the imagery of fat dripping onto a fire, which causes a sudden burst of flames and increased intensity.

What is the origin of the idiom "the fat hit the fire" and when to use it?

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the fat [hit] the fire

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Definizione e significato di "the fat hit the fire"in inglese

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