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Region: General | Usage example: The surprise announcement made everyone hit the floor with laughter.

Hit the floor

Meaning

Fall suddenly or react with shock.

Usage

Used both for literal falls and sudden reactions.

Origin & History

Origin notes can vary by region and source; this page gives the commonly reported explanation and usage context.

Describes dropping abruptly to the floor.

Used since the early 1900s in both dance and emergency contexts.