like a bat out of hell
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
With crazy or excessive intensity or speed.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
He came tearing around the corner like a bat out of hell and nearly ran us over.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “like a bat out of hell” mean?
With crazy or excessive intensity or speed.
Is “like a bat out of hell” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.