"you could cut the atmosphere with a knife" meaning in English

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Phrase

Etymology: The image is that the atmosphere is thick. Compare French à couper au couteau. Etymology templates: {{cog|fr|à couper au couteau}} French à couper au couteau Head templates: {{head|en|phrase}} you could cut the atmosphere with a knife
  1. Used to describe a situation with intense anger in the area. Synonyms: you could cut the air with a knife
    Sense id: en-you_could_cut_the_atmosphere_with_a_knife-en-phrase-ZO1e-Q8s Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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