Flip out
/flɪp ˈaʊt/B2
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1. To suddenly lose control of one's emotions, often becoming very angry, excited, or upset.
- When he found out he had been lied to, he totally flipped out.
- She flipped out when she saw the surprise party her friends had organized for her.
- After mistakenly deleting his entire report, he flipped out, knowing he would have to start over.
2. To react with extreme surprise or delight.
- She flipped out when she won the lottery, unable to contain her joy.
- The kids flipped out when they found out they were going to Disneyland.
- He flipped out when he saw that his favorite band was coming to town.
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