stink to high heaven
The phrase "stink to high heaven" is a vivid idiomatic expression used to describe both literal and figurative scenarios involving strong aversion.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)To emit a very strong and unpleasant odor.
Example
- The garbage left in the sun began to stink to high heaven.
- His shoes stink to high heaven after he wore them in the rain.
C1Ethics
(informal, figurative)To be extremely suspicious or corrupt.
Example
- The deal stinks to high heaven; I don't trust it at all.
- His explanation for the missing funds stinks to high heaven.
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