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