Bring down the house
Idioms & PhrasesMEDIUM
to receive huge applause or bring the audience to its feet
Bring down the house
Idioms & PhrasesMEDIUM
to receive huge applause or bring the audience to its feet
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Examples
"The performer's set brought the house down and earned a standing ovation."
"His stand-up set brought down the house — the crowd couldn't stop applauding."
Mnemonic Trick
Imagine audience applause so loud it 'brings down the house'.
Cultural Context
Theatrical/entertainment idiom for spectacular success.
Source: Idioms & PhrasesAdded: 11/13/2025
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