Meaning of the word "Put the pedal to the metal" in English
What does "Put the pedal to the metal" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
Put the pedal to the metal
US /pʊt ðə ˈpɛdl tu ðə ˈmɛtl/
UK /pʊt ðə ˈpɛdl tu ðə ˈmɛtl/
Idiom
to go as fast as possible, especially in a vehicle; to work or act with great speed and intensity
Example:
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We need to put the pedal to the metal if we want to make it to the airport on time.
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The team decided to put the pedal to the metal to finish the project before the deadline.