The idiom "go through the roof" likely originates from the imagery of an object or a situation breaking through the ceiling, which symbolizes a sudden and dramatic increase or escalation. When applied to prices, it suggests a significant and unexpected surge in cost. This idiom is commonly used to describe situations where something experiences an abrupt and substantial rise, often in the context of financial or emotional reactions.

What is the origin of the idiom "go through the roof" and when to use it?

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to [go] through the roof

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Визначення та значення слова « go through the roof» англійською мовою

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