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Idiom: Hell On Wheels

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Meanings

First used to refer to the towns at the end of the Union Pacific Railroad when under construction.

A situation that is tough, aggressive, lawless, and wild.

Example Sentences

1
That woman is hell on wheels when she's angry.
2
The new roller coaster at the amusement park is a real hell on wheels.
3
John is known to be hell on wheels on the basketball court.
4
The CEO is often described as hell on wheels in the business world.
5
Watch out for that motorcycle rider, he's a real hell on wheels.

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