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Region: UK | Usage example: He screamed blue murder after the unfair review.

Scream blue murder

Meaning

Make a loud, angry complaint.

Usage

Used when someone reacts with theatrical fury.

Origin & History

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

Intense adjectives with murder highlight extreme outrage.

Used in British slang from the 19th century.