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Dressed to kill

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Attention Grabbing

The phrase suggests you're wearing clothes to make a big impression and get noticed.

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At the fashion show, he was dressed to kill.
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Not Literal

It's not about physical harm; it's about making a strong visual impact with your clothes.

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She entered the room dressed to kill, turning heads everywhere.
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Special Occasions

Usually used when someone dresses up more than the everyday, for an event or outing.

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For his graduation, he was dressed to kill.
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