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hot under the collar

/hɒt ˈʌndər ðə ˈkɒlər/

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phrase

/hɒt ˈʌndər ðə ˈkɒlər/B2informal
  • ruНеформальное выражение, описывающее состояние гнева, раздражения или возбуждения, часто в ответ на неприятную или раздражающую ситуацию.

An informal expression describing a state of anger, irritation, or agitation, often in response to a frustrating or annoying situation.

  1. Angry or annoyedB2informal

    To be very angry, irritated, or upset about something.

    ruРазгневанный или раздражённый

    • He got hot under the collar when they criticized his work.
    • She was hot under the collar after waiting for an hour.
    • Don't get hot under the collar over such a small mistake.