The origin of the idiom "at the top of one's lungs" lies in the literal meaning of "lungs," referring to the organs that enable vocalization. It is a common idiom used in both spoken and written English to describe someone shouting or singing very loudly or with full force. It implies that a person is using their voice to its maximum capacity.

What is the origin of the idiom "at the top of one's lungs" and when to use it?

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at the top of {one's} lungs

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Определение и значение слова «at the top of one's lungs» на английском языке

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