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in a huff

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  1. In an offended manner, angrily, as in When he left out her name, she stalked out in a huff. This idiom transfers huff in the sense of a gust of wind to a burst of anger. [Late 1600s] Also see in a snit.


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Skepticism predominated at the time, with Microsoft Chief Technology Officer Kevin Scott fearing OpenAI might "storm off to Amazon in a huff."

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

After a suit-and-tie celebration, which neither seems too celebratory about, Shane leaves his hotel room in a huff and escapes to the hotel gym for a late night stationary bike ride.

From Salon • Feb. 15, 2026

It could also prompt him to leave in a huff after the season if Garbers retains the starting role.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 19, 2023

He left Shasta County in a huff after he was asked to comply with local ordinances.

From Slate • Feb. 14, 2022

“Too much Wise Old Tree,” Bongo confirmed, as everyone retreated into their homes in a huff.

From "Wishtree" by Katherine Applegate

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