hotting

British

/ ˈhɒtɪŋ /

noun

informal the practice of stealing fast cars and putting on a show of skilful but dangerous driving

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hotter

noun

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After wins for Leeds United, Tottenham Hotspur and Nottingham Forest over the bank holiday weekend, the quest for safety is hotting up.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

Behind the top three, the battle for a place in next season's Champions League is hotting up as Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester United all secured important wins.

From Barron's • Feb. 1, 2026

In New York, another Drum Cafe session is hotting up.

From BBC • Aug. 4, 2022

“The Highland League is hotting up, Rob, as the race for the title and a place in the pyramid play-off nears,” says Simon McMahon.

From The Guardian • Apr. 2, 2022

“Well, things are hotting up. You must have noticed.”

From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman

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