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hot and bothered

/ˈhɒt ənd ˈbɒðəd/

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/ˈhɒt ənd ˈbɒðəd/B2informal
  • ruНеформальное выражение, описывающее состояние возбуждения, замешательства или беспокойства, часто вызванное стрессом, волнением или смущением.

An informal expression describing a state of being agitated, flustered, or anxious, often due to stress, excitement, or embarrassment.

  1. Agitated or stressedB2informal

    Feeling anxious, upset, or flustered, often due to pressure or a difficult situation.

    ruВзволнованный или напряжённый

    • She got all hot and bothered before the big presentation.
    • Don't get so hot and bothered about a small mistake.
    • He was hot and bothered after waiting in line for an hour.
  2. Physically uncomfortable from heatB1informal

    Feeling uncomfortably warm and sweaty, often leading to irritation.

    ruРазгорячённый

    • After running in the sun, he was hot and bothered.
    • The crowded room made everyone hot and bothered.
    • She felt hot and bothered in her heavy winter coat.