English Explanatory Dictionary

you could cut the atmosphere with a knife

English dictionary entry

Meanings

phrase
  1. Used to describe a situation that is extremely tense, heavy, or full of strong emotion.

Word forms

you could cut the atmosphere with a knife

Etymology

Alluding to a figuratively thick atmosphere. Compare French à couper au couteau.

Synonyms

you could cut the air with a knife
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