To death
idiomatic phrase
A phrase used to express very extreme versions of an emotion or situation.
"I'm sick to death of your excuses."
Often appears as...
- sick to death
- scared to death
Usage tips
Idiomatic
idiomatic phrase
Used to describe something that happens until someone or something dies or is completely destroyed.
"Starvation had brought them to death's door."
Often appears as...
- starve to death
- frozen to death
Usage tips
Idiomatic
idiomatic phrase
A phrase used to contrast between life and death.
"He was fighting to death to save his life."
Often appears as...
- fight to death
- struggle to death
Usage tips
Idiomatic
idiomatic phrase
A phrase used to express very extreme versions of an emotion or situation.
"I'm sick to death of your excuses."
Often appears as...
- sick to death
- scared to death
Usage tips
Idiomatic
idiomatic phrase
Used to describe something that happens until someone or something dies or is completely destroyed.
"Starvation had brought them to death's door."
Often appears as...
- starve to death
- frozen to death
Usage tips
Idiomatic
idiomatic phrase
A phrase used to contrast between life and death.
"He was fighting to death to save his life."
Often appears as...
- fight to death
- struggle to death
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Strong Emotion
Indicates an intense level of emotion or frustration.
I was worried to death when you didn't come home.
Pro Tip 2/3Hyperbole
Often used to exaggerate feelings for effect, not meant literally.
I laughed to death at the comedian's jokes.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Situations
Commonly used with negative experiences or emotions.
He's late to death; it's really becoming a problem.
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