Meaning of the word "the heat is on" in English
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the heat is on
US /ðə hiːt ɪz ɑːn/
UK /ðə hiːt ɪz ɑːn/
Idiom
1.
a situation where there is a lot of pressure or intense scrutiny
Example:
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With the deadline approaching, the heat is on to finish the project.
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After the scandal broke, the heat was on the CEO to resign.
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