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UK//ɔːl ʃɒt tə hɛl//US//ɔl ʃɑt tə hɛl//

Meaning of All shot to hell

Completely ruined or destroyed.

In simple words: Completely ruined or destroyed

All shot to hell in a sentence

  • After the storm, the town was all shot to hell.
  • His plans for the vacation went all shot to hell when he lost his job.
  • The project turned out all shot to hell due to miscommunication.
  • Once the argument started, the evening was all shot to hell.

How to use All shot to hell

Use when expressing frustration or disappointment. It's informal and may not be suitable for formal writing.

Grammar pattern

fixed expression

Memory hint

Imagine someone facing complete chaos, like a shot target in ruins.

Related words

Collocations with All shot to hell

  • plans shot to hell
  • life shot to hell
  • dreams shot to hell
  • hope shot to hell
  • morning shot to hell

Synonyms for All shot to hell

Common mistakes with All shot to hell

  • Using in formal contexts where it's inappropriate.
  • Misunderstanding it as a physical location rather than a state of ruin.
  • Confusing it with other phrases that mean something is bad.

Compare All shot to hell with Destroyed, Failed

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Frequently asked questions about All shot to hell

What does All shot to hell mean?

Completely ruined or destroyed

What is the definition of All shot to hell?

Completely ruined or destroyed.

How do you use All shot to hell in a sentence?

After the storm, the town was all shot to hell.

Can you give another example of All shot to hell?

His plans for the vacation went all shot to hell when he lost his job.

What are synonyms for All shot to hell?

Common alternatives include devastated, wrecked, destroyed, damaged, failed.

What words go with All shot to hell?

It commonly pairs with plans shot to hell, life shot to hell, dreams shot to hell, hope shot to hell, morning shot to hell.

What are common mistakes when using All shot to hell?

Using in formal contexts where it's inappropriate. Misunderstanding it as a physical location rather than a state of ruin. Confusing it with other phrases that mean something is bad.

How do you pronounce All shot to hell?

US: //ɔl ʃɑt tə hɛl//, UK: //ɔːl ʃɒt tə hɛl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is All shot to hell formal or informal?

"All shot to hell" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use All shot to hell?

Use when expressing frustration or disappointment. It's informal and may not be suitable for formal writing.