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head loss

idiom
Meaning

A loss of self-control leading to poor conduct.


Examples
SIMPLE

He lost his head and started shouting at the referee.

CONTEXTUAL

During the heated argument, she lost her head and said things she later regretted.

COMPLEX

Even the most composed diplomat may lose his head when faced with such persistent and unprovoked hostility.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    bang one's head against a brick wall

    To waste effort on a futile project.

  2. 02

    bash someone's head

    To beat up someone violently.

  3. 03

    big head

    An inflated ego, an exaggerated belief in one's own importance.

  4. 04

    bite someone's head off

    To severely berate someone.

  5. 05

    blow someone's head off

    To shoot someone in the head.

  6. 06

    bury one's head in the sand

    To deliberately ignore the reality of a situation; to pretend a problem does not exist.

  7. 07

    come to a head

    To rapidly reach a turning point or climax.

  8. 08

    cool head

    A calm, focused demeanor and mindset; a person having such characteristics.

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