Raise the roof

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Meaning

To make a loud, wild ruckus or cheer, shaking the place with noise.

Origin

From 19th-century America, tied to barn dances; 'raise the roof' meant loud stomping, slang by 1860s for noise. An 1865 'Harper's' uses it for a revival's roar.

Usage Examples

  • They raised the roof at the concert-wild!
  • Let's raise the roof for her big win!
  • He raised the roof complaining about the bill.

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