Emotion Idioms
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Meaning: To do too much of something.
Example: She really goes overboard with the decorations, and the house looks like a wedding hall. Read more ➺
Meaning: To boast or show off in a playful or teasing way.
Example: After winning the trophy, he held it up with a grin and said, eat your heart out. Read more ➺
Meaning: Extremely upset, angry, or agitated.
Example: She was beside herself with anger when she heard the unfair decision. Read more ➺
live rent free in someone’s head
Meaning: To constantly occupy someone's thoughts without effort.
Example: Even after the argument ended, her calm smile continued to live rent free in his head. Read more ➺
Meaning: A heated argument, quarrel, or conflict where emotions run high.
Example: The boardroom was tense, and feathers fly when the team debates budget cuts. Read more ➺
Meaning: Sudden surge or outburst of emotion, sound, or activity.
Example: The scandal hit the company like a gust of wind, scattering plans and confidence alike. Read more ➺
Meaning: Lose control of one's temper; become very angry or enraged suddenly.
Example: When she saw the broken vase, she blew a fuse and started yelling. Read more ➺
Meaning: Become suddenly and uncontrollably angry or emotional.
Example: When she heard the news, she went off the deep end and started yelling at everyone. Read more ➺
Meaning: Describes a group with strong emotional bonds and mutual support.
Example: Our close-knit family always supports each other during tough times. Read more ➺
cut off one’s nose to spite one’s face
Meaning: An excessive or irrational reaction to a problem that makes the situation worse.
Example: Don’t let your anger make you cut off your nose to spite your face. Read more ➺
