blow off steam

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb

To vent; to talk or take action (especially in a ranting or unrestrained way) so as to relieve stress.
To do something to get rid of excess energy or worry, especially exercise or diversion.

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Relief valves released the excess pressure in a steam engine to prevent the boiler from exploding.

blow off one's steam let off steam

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