Put the pedal to the metal

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Driving a vehicle very quickly.

As soon as the light turns green, I'll put the pedal to the metal and speed off.
Visual representation of "put the pedal to the metal" - Driving a vehicle very quickly.

Often appears as...

  • put the pedal to the metal and drive
  • put the pedal to the metal to get away

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Informal Usage

The phrase is casual and best used in informal conversations or storytelling.

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Hearing police sirens, Jake put the pedal to the metal.
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Figurative Speech

It's a metaphor, meaning it should not be taken literally. It's just expressing urgency or speed.

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In the final race, he really put the pedal to the metal.
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Action Intensity

It emphasizes the intensity of the action, suggesting maximum effort is being applied.

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The getaway car put the pedal to the metal.
Visual representation of the word "Put the pedal to the metal"

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