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UKhot under the collar
/hˈɒt ˌʌndə ðə kˈɒlə/
/hˈɑːt ˌʌndɚ ðə kˈɑːlɚ/hot under the collar
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What is the origin of the idiom "hot under the collar" and when to use it?
The idiom "hot under the collar" originated in the early 19th century, referring to the physical reaction of the body when experiencing heightened emotions. It symbolizes the visible signs of anger, embarrassment, or irritation, as blood vessels dilate, causing a flushed or red appearance specifically around the neck and face. It is commonly employed in situations where someone becomes heated or agitated due to a specific trigger, such as during arguments, confrontations, or when faced with a humiliating or frustrating event.
Examples
1. Some of you were getting very hot under the collar about Royals.
2. When I suggested he was mistaken he got rather hot under the collar.
3. The way you kids deliberately disobey me makes me hot under the collar!
4. Version This is Sleephones 2.0 Still sleeping These ones have a new material, So my complaint previously was they were too hot I was getting a little warm under there A little hot under the collar They're bluetooth now!
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