Put the wind up somebody

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phrase

To frighten or scare someone.

The sudden noise put the wind up him and he almost jumped out of his seat
Visual representation of "put the wind up somebody" - To frighten or scare someone

Often appears as...

  • put the wind up me
  • his behavior put the wind up them

Usage tips

Informal

Idiomatic

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Informal Use

The phrase is informal and suits casual conversation rather than formal situations.

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Hearing the ghost story really put the wind up me last night.
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British Origin

It is a British English expression and may not be well-understood outside of the UK.

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She didn't understand when I said the thunderstorm put the wind up me.
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Emotional Impact

The phrase reflects a strong emotional reaction and isn't just a minor scare.

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The way he drove at high speeds really put the wind up his passengers.
Visual representation of the word "Put the wind up somebody"

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