hell on earth
idiomA very unpleasant situation; torment, particularly when widespread.
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all hell breaks loose
The situation becomes chaotic or characterized by conflict or rage.
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catch hell
To be severely reprimanded, punished, or beaten.
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cold day in Hell
The time of occurrence of an event that will never happen.
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come down to earth
To be brought back to reality; to emerge from a daydream.
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come hell or high water
Regardless of the hardships; no matter what difficulties may arise.
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cost the earth
To be a huge expense.
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edge of the earth
A very remote place.
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forty minutes of hell
The NCAA strategy of playing a suffocating full-court press and aggressive offense for the entirety of a game.