One is in an angry, aggressive, or violent mood; one is looking or ready for a fight. Everyone in the office knows to avoid the boss when her blood is up.No good will come of calling them while your blood is up—wait till you're calmer.Let's get out of here—that angry biker's blood is clearly up about something.
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