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at the top of one's lungs
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as loud as one is capable of
Dialect
American
American
Idiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "at the top of one's lungs" and when to use it?
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.
Examples
She screamed at the top of her lungs when she saw the spider.
