“Hot under the collar”

Definition

Angry or embarrassed.

Examples

Examples

“He got hot under the collar during the debate.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Hot under the collar" mean?
"Hot under the collar" means angry or embarrassed..
How do you use "Hot under the collar" in a sentence?
Example: "He got hot under the collar during the debate."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Hot under the collar"?
Разозлённый или смущённый. / Զայրացած կամ շփոթված։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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