blow a fuse
The phrase "blow a fuse" can be used both literally in electrical contexts and figuratively to describe a sudden loss of temper.
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Definition
B2Electricity
(technical)To cause a safety device in an electrical circuit to melt or break due to overload, stopping the flow of current.
Example
- The lights went out because we blew a fuse when we turned on too many appliances.
B2Everyday Language
(informal, idiomatic)To suddenly become very angry and lose control of one's temper.
Example
- He blew a fuse when he found out his car had been towed.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "blow a fuse":
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