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🌟 Word Discovery: Get hot under the collar
Do you ever feel mad or upset? Sometimes, we all feel this way. To begin with, there is a fun English expression we use for this: Get hot under the collar. When you feel this way, it simply means you are angry or nervous. Are you ready for an international English adventure to learn this phrase at UCLnet.com? In addition, it is a perfect way to talk about big emotions in English.
Example: “He became quite upset when he lost his toy.” 😡
📜 History of why we say Get hot under the collar
Long ago, men wore shirts with very stiff pieces around their necks. Whenever they felt angry, their face would turn red and their neck would feel warm. Consequently, people started saying they would Get hot under the collar. It is a funny way to describe someone who is upset. Furthermore, it shows that our body reacts to big feelings. Therefore, next time you feel annoyed, remember this story to stay calm. Moreover, it is a great way to learn history.
📖 Practice with these examples
| Time | Example Sentence |
|---|---|
| Game time | My friend did lose his temper at the game. |
| Home time | I did feel upset because of the loud noise. |
📚 Dictionary definitions of the idiom
| Dictionary | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Simple View | To become angry or very nervous. |
| Easy Guide | To lose your calm because of stress. |
📚 Mini Dictionary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Collar | Part of a shirt. |
| Stiff | Not soft. |
| Angry | Feeling mad. |
| Annoyed | Feeling upset. |
| Nervous | Feeling worried. |
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