bounce off the walls
The phrase "bounce off the walls" vividly describes a person's uncontrollable energy or excitement, likening their behavior to a ball rebounding energetically in a confined space.
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Definition
B2Informal
(idiomatic, informal)To exhibit extreme energy or hyperactivity, often in a restless or chaotic manner.
Example
- After eating a lot of candy, the kids were bouncing off the walls with energy.
- She was bouncing off the walls with excitement when she heard the good news.
Similar
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