drive someone crazy
The phrase "drive someone crazy" is an idiomatic expression used to describe causing extreme emotions, whether annoyance, mental distress, or infatuation.
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Definition
B2Everyday Conversation
(informal)To cause someone to feel extreme annoyance or irritation.
Example
- Her constant humming is driving me crazy.
B2Dramatic Situations
(informal)To make someone feel mentally overwhelmed or distressed.
Example
- The isolation in the cabin was starting to drive him crazy.
B2Romantic or Playful
(informal)To evoke strong feelings of infatuation or obsession in someone.
Example
- Her smile drives him crazy every time he sees her.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "drive someone crazy":
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