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in the heat of

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in the heat of something
while there is much activity and strong emotions Sometimes in the heat of an election campaign a candidate makes a mistake.
Usage notes: sometimes used in the form in the heat of the moment (while experiencing strong emotions): His remarks were made in the heat of the moment.
See also: heat


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