lose one's head
The phrase "lose one's head" is often used to describe situations where someone acts irrationally or loses control of their emotions.
Definition
B2General
(idiomatic, informal)To act irrationally or lose self-control, especially in stressful situations.
Example
- She tends to lose her head during exams and makes careless mistakes.
- Don't lose your head over a minor setback; stay calm and think it through.
C1Employment
(idiomatic, informal)To be dismissed from a job.
Example
- He lost his head after the company restructured and laid off several employees.
C2Historical
(literal, historical)To suffer decapitation.
Example
- Many historical figures lost their heads during the French Revolution.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "lose one's head":
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