hairdryer treatment
Britishnoun
Etymology
Origin of hairdryer treatment
C21: from the supposed similarity between this experience and having a hot hairdryer too close to one's head
Example Sentences
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But leading a side is about more than being able to deliver the hairdryer treatment, and Muscat has shown he can win in three different countries.
From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2025
Ferguson was famous for giving players the "hairdryer treatment" but admitted he got calmer as he got older.
From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2015
That's why he ended up getting the "hairdryer" treatment, and losing his lunchtime.
From The Guardian ● Jun. 10, 2014
He has given phrases to the dictionary - Fergie Time, the hairdryer treatment, squeaky-bum time.
From BBC ● May 9, 2013
However, Ferguson also discussed the need for controlled discipline and respect, alluding to his famous "hairdryer treatment" technique.
From The Guardian ● Dec. 19, 2012
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