flip one's wig

The phrase "flip one's wig" is a colorful idiom often used in informal contexts to describe extreme emotional reactions.

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Definition

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(informal, idiomatic)To become extremely angry or upset.

Example

  • When he saw the mess in the kitchen, he flipped his wig.

B2General

(informal, idiomatic)To react with great surprise or shock.

Example

  • She flipped her wig when she won the lottery.

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(informal, idiomatic)To lose control of one's emotions or behavior.

Example

  • He flipped his wig after hearing the unexpected news.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "flip one's wig":

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