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heat wave

idiom

A period of exceptionally hot weather.


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  1. 01

    catch a wave

    To derive benefit from a fortunate opportunity; to experience a sudden increase in energy or luck.

  2. 02

    catch heat

    To get into trouble with somebody; to be scolded or chastised.

  3. 03

    dead heat

    a close race or contest in which no winner is apparent

  4. 04

    pack heat

    To carry one or more handguns on one's person, especially in a concealed manner.

  5. 05

    ride the crest of the wave

    To go through a period of maximal prosperity.

  6. 06

    ride the wave

    To take advantage of a profitable period.

  7. 07

    turn up the heat

    To increase the intensity of activity or discomfort.

  8. 08

    wave aside

    To dismiss something without paying much attention to it; to decide something is too unimportant or unnecessary to respond to

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