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Definition

To sweat profusely; especially, to be very nervous or anxious.

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In Context

  • "He was sweating bullets about the exam all week."
  • "Started sweating bullets when her dad asked, "How d'you really feel?" She said, "I've been feeling like something inside me wants to scream[…]""
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Also Said As

  • shit bricks
  • sweat blood
  • sweat like a pig
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Related Idioms

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sweat bricks

Synonym of sweat bullets (“to sweat profusely”).

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In a nervous, anxious, or vexed state; in a lather.

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sweat equity

An investment of labour, typically by the owner and often his or her f…

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sweat the small stuff

To worry about petty issues or insignificant matters.

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sweat bricks

Synonym of sweat bullets (“to sweat profusely”).
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