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hotter than a pistol

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The idiom "hotter than a pistol" has origins in American English and is often used to describe extreme conditions or high levels of activity.

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Definition

B2Temperature

(informal)Extremely hot, often to an uncomfortable or dangerous level.

Example

  • Be careful with that pan; it's hotter than a pistol!

B2Popularity

(informal)Exceptionally popular or in high demand.

Example

  • The new smartphone model is hotter than a pistol right now.

B2Activity

(informal)Highly active or intense.

Example

  • The stock market has been hotter than a pistol this week.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "hotter than a pistol":

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