like hell

1. Recklessly, extremely, as in We ran like hell to catch the train . [Mid-1800s]

2. Not at all, on the contrary, as in You think I'll call her stupid? Like hell I will! or Like hell I can't say that to Bob . [Late 1800s]

Example Sentences

The “Love Hurts” actor said her mother “fought like hell” to support her daughter’s ambitions, adding that her accolades — which include BAFTA, Critics’ Choice and Golden Globe awards — belong equally to her mother.

From Los Angeles Times

He packed it with powder, struck a match and ran like hell.

From BBC

“Period. Full stop, I will fight like hell to make sure that doesn’t happen.”

From Los Angeles Times

A seven-year-old Southport survivor "fought like hell" to save herself and others as the attack took place, her mother has told a public inquiry.

From BBC

"A fiery mushroom formed in the sky. It made the whole area shake. It looked like hell, everything was flying in the sky," he added.

From BBC