carried away
The phrase "carried away" is often used to describe situations where emotions or excitement lead to impulsive actions or a lack of control.
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Definition
B2Everyday Life
(idiomatic)Overwhelmed by strong emotions or enthusiasm, often leading to impulsive actions.
Example
- She got carried away and spent all her savings on clothes.
- He was so carried away by the music that he started dancing in the street.
B2Physical Context
Removed or transported from a place, often forcefully.
Example
- The injured player was carried away on a stretcher.
- The police carried away the evidence from the crime scene.
C1Persuasion
(idiomatic)Strongly influenced or persuaded, often emotionally.
Example
- The crowd was carried away by the politician's speech.
- She was carried away by the compelling argument and changed her mind.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "carried away":
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