Rachel Chau
2021-07-16 04:07
Like a scalded cat British simile
Extremely fast as if having been abruptly startled or shocked
John leaped out of bed like a scalded cat as he knew he would be late for work.
I don't know why Anne scuttled out of here like a scalded cat after a phone call.
Very quick
To move or work something at a faster pace
Used to refer to someone or something moves or works at very high speed
If he or she does something at his or her own pace, he or she does it at the ideal speed for himself or herself.
at a high speed
The origin of this expression is not clear.
Do you see anything wrong?
Used to allude that the last force, problem or burden which is seemingly minor and small causes a person, system or organisation to collapse or fail
Her husband's violent act last night was the straw that broke the donkey's back and she left him
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