How to Pronounce "make the fur fly"
expression
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈfɝ/ /ˈfɫaɪ
MAYK thuh FUR FLY
mˈeɪk/ /ðə, ði/ /fˈɜː/ /flˈaɪ
MAYK thuh FER FLY
Definition
To cause a heated argument, intense conflict, or a chaotic situation, often by taking or announcing a controversial action.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈfɝ/ /ˈfɫaɪ
British English
mˈeɪk/ /ðə, ði/ /fˈɜː/ /flˈaɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYK thuh FUR FLY
UK
MAYK thuh FER FLY
Listen in Context
If you tell the team about the new rules, it will make the fur fly.
Talking about money in this group always makes the fur fly.
His decision to change the schedule will really make the fur fly.
Wait until the boss hears about this mistake—that's going to make the fur fly.