you could cut the atmosphere with a knife

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What does you could cut the atmosphere with a knife mean?

Used to describe a situation that is extremely tense, heavy, or full of strong emotion.

Where does you could cut the atmosphere with a knife come from?

Alluding to a figuratively thick atmosphere. Compare French à couper au couteau.

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