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Bend Out of Shape

Definition:

To become extremely upset, agitated, or angry.

Part of Speech:

Idiom (verb phrase)

Sense:

1. To become excessively upset or angry due to a particular situation or event.

2. To cause someone to become agitated or angry.

Usage and Sample Sentences:

Sense 1:

• Heaven forbid anyone cancels her favorite TV show; she will bend out of shape for days.
• Don't bend out of shape just because your team lost one game.

Sense 2:

• Try not to bend out of shape your little sister when she breaks your toy.
• The news of the delay bent him out of shape, and he started yelling at the employees.

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• Anger Management Books
• Self-Help Books