Phrase guide

go from 0 to 100

verb · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To shift from being nearly non-existent to being very obvious and plain. To increase explosively in intensity.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • The level of awkwardness in the room went from 0 to 100 real quick.

Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To shift from a calm state to an agitated state.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • I don't like how the movie goes from 0 to 100 at the end for no reason.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

3

verb

Meaning 3

To snap (suffer a mental breakdown, usually while under tension).

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • He went from 0 to 100 in an instant.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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