Over my dead body

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Strong Emotion

Use to convey extreme opposition or refusal, often with intense emotion.

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Hand over my secret recipe? Over my dead body!

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Hyperbolic Expression

This phrase is an exaggeration and not a literal threat or wish.

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You want to pierce your ears? Over my dead body!

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Informal Usage

Best suited for casual conversations, not formal settings.

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Skip college for a band? Over my dead body!

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