To hell with somebody/something

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phrase

Used to show that you do not care about something or someone, or that you think they are not important.

To hell with the consequences, I'm going to tell her what I think.
Visual representation of "to hell with somebody/something" - Used to show that you do not care about something or someone, or that you think they are not important

Often appears as...

  • to hell with it
  • to hell with you

Usage tips

Informal

Idiomatic

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Informal Usage

This phrase is very informal and may be considered rude; use carefully in conversation.

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To hell with the rules, let's have fun!
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Strong Emotion

It expresses strong emotions, often anger or frustration, towards a situation or person.

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To hell with this job, I quit!
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Not Important

Used when dismissing something as unimportant or irrelevant in the current context.

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To hell with their opinions, do what you think is right.
Visual representation of the word "To hell with somebody/something"

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