add fuel to the fire
US /æd ˈfjʊəl tə ðə ˈfaɪɚ/
・UK /æd ˈfjuəl tə ðə ˈfaiə/
B1
idm.To make a bad situation worse by increasing tension or anger.
His rude comment only added fuel to the fire during the argument.
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Add Fuel to the Fire ? | Like an American ?? | English Idioms Explained
- We say, "Add fuel to the fire."
We say, "Add fuel to the fire."
- So what does "Add fuel to the fire" mean?
So what does "Add fuel to the fire" mean?
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- What happens if you add fuel to the fire?
What happens if you add fuel to the fire?
- You'll only add fuel to the fire.
You'll only add fuel to the fire.
Why Russia is expanding its war against Ukraine beyond the front lines | DW News
- The Kremlin was quick to respond, saying the increased support will add fuel to the fire.
The Kremlin was quick to respond, saying the increased support will add fuel to the fire.