floor it
The phrase "floor it" is often used in driving contexts to urge someone to accelerate to the maximum speed.
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Definition
B2Automobiles
(idiomatic, informal)To press the accelerator pedal all the way down, making the vehicle go as fast as possible.
Example
- In the race, he decided to floor it to overtake his competitors.
- When we saw the green light, she floored it and sped away.
B2General
(idiomatic, informal)To increase speed or effort dramatically and suddenly.
Example
- With the deadline approaching, the team decided to floor it to finish the project on time.
- During the final lap, the cyclist floored it to secure his victory.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "floor it":
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