go bananas

The phrase "go bananas" is a playful idiom used to describe intense emotional reactions, whether positive or negative.

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Definition

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(informal, idiomatic)To become extremely excited or enthusiastic.

Example

  • The crowd went bananas when the band started playing their hit song.

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(informal, idiomatic)To act in a wild or irrational manner.

Example

  • She went bananas after hearing the unexpected news.

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

Example

  • He went bananas when he found out his car was towed.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "go bananas":

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