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British slang
A disorganized or chaotic person or situation.
Safe to use?
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Tone
Casual and context-dependent.
Region
UK
Formality
Informal.
hot mess means A disorganized or chaotic person or situation. It is best read as british slang associated with UK.
"hot mess" means A disorganized or chaotic person or situation. In UK, the nuance may be more specific.
Casual and context-dependent.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Context-dependent
Chaotic; disorganized; a complete mess.
Talking at length in a confused or inconsequential way
British slang for mate or friend; common in UK internet humor and banter
Leave it / stop it / forget about it.
Abandoned house used for trapping or chilling.
Serious conflict or feud.
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