fire and brimstone

Example Sentences

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From that point on, Dr Lee says, Lee dialled back on the controversial, fire-and-brimstone approach for which he had become notorious – opting instead to play it safe and keep a low profile.

From BBC • May 27, 2025

In a fire-and-brimstone kicking off of Friday’s parade of VIPs, U.N.

From Washington Times • Dec. 1, 2023

So, no fire-and-brimstone speech like the ones the old Notre Dame football coach remains famous for are coming.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 7, 2023

Chuck D’s booming voice resonated like a fire-and-brimstone street-corner preacher fighting for his people to be free.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 7, 2023

My own parents aren’t exactly the fire-and-brimstone types, but they’ve never had a drink.

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed