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I hate it with a passion!

Term used by Americans to denote utter discontent with a subject or matter.

Usually not used in a serious tone of voice; generally followed by a waving fist.

More flagrant form of aiyah
Sets blame on others rather than self; complement to I hate my life

The expression is said to have been derived from Brazil, of which native Brazilians threw passion fruits at foreign explorers in the 1700s.
No! School is starting tomorrow. I hate it with a passion!

In fact, if I had a fruit to launch...
by 881 January 24, 2006
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I hate it with a passion!

You hate something so much that you are passionate about hating it.
Bob Dylan's music sucks...I hate it with a passion!!!
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I Hate It With A Burning Passion

A phrase which you means you feel extremely intense hatred for something.
Person A: Do you want to play Superman 64 with me?

Person B: Absolutely not! Are you nuts? I hate it with a burning passion!
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