
Look/feel like death warmed up
Exaggerated Expression
Used for dramatic effect, not necessarily to mean someone looks near death.

After the marathon, Emily joked she looked like death warmed up.
Humor in Fatigue
Often used humorously to acknowledge one's own state of exhaustion.

With only two hours of sleep, I'm looking like death warmed up!
Casual Contexts
Best used in informal settings among friends or family.

You're looking like death warmed up; go get some rest!
WordUp Chrome Extension
As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.
Get Chrome Extension