Meaning of the word "raise hell" in English
What does "raise hell" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
raise hell
US /reɪz hel/
UK /reɪz hel/
Idiom
1.
to protest loudly and angrily about something
Example:
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If they don't fix this problem, I'm going to raise hell.
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The customers started to raise hell when they realized they were overcharged.
2.
to behave in a wild, noisy, or uncontrolled way, often for enjoyment
Example:
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The teenagers were out all night, raising hell at the party.
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After winning the championship, the team went out to raise hell.
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