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let off steam |
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let off (some) steam and blow off (some) steam 1. Lit. [for something] to release steam. The locomotive let off some steam after it came to a halt. With a great hiss, it let off steam and frightened the children. 2. Fig. to work or play off excess energy. Those boys need to get out and let off some steam. Go out and let off steam! 3. Fig. to release one's pent-up emotions, such as anger, usually verbally. I'm sorry I yelled at you. I guess I needed to let off some steam. She's not that mad. She's just letting off steam. let off steam (British, American & Australian) also blow off steam (American & Australian) to do or say something that helps you to get rid of strong feelings or energy Meetings give people the chance to let off steam if something has been bothering them for a long time. After a long journey, the kids need to run around a bit and let off steam. I've told her she can call me and talk any time she wants to blow off steam. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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As they have become more secular events, the big carnivals have become a way for cultures to let off steam at the expense of societal proprieties. Head coaches have to let off steam, but they should never chew out an assistant coach in front of the players. It is an opportunity for DISAM members to let off steam, express their ideas, and have fun at the same time. |
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