Meaning of the word "in the heat of the moment" in English
What does "in the heat of the moment" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
in the heat of the moment
US /ɪn ðə hiːt əv ðə ˈmoʊ.mənt/
UK /ɪn ðə hiːt əv ðə ˈməʊ.mənt/
Idiom
at a time when you are too angry or excited to think carefully
Example:
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He said some things in the heat of the moment that he later regretted.
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Don't make any rash decisions in the heat of the moment.