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lose one's head

idiom
Meaning

To behave irrationally or to lose one's self-control, especially in a distressing situation or as a result of falling in love.


Examples
SIMPLE

Try not to lose your head when things go wrong.

CONTEXTUAL

He started to lose his head when the deadline approached and the computer crashed.

COMPLEX

Even under the immense pressure of the public scandal, she refused to lose her head and maintained a calm, professional demeanor throughout the interview.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    abound in one's own sense

    To follow one’s own inclinations and opinions.

  2. 02

    ace up one's sleeve

    A surprise advantage of which others are not aware.

  3. 03

    act one's age

    To behave in a manner appropriate to one's age.

  4. 04

    act one's age, not one's shoe size

    Synonym of act one's age (“to behave in a mature manner; to avoid being childish”).

  5. 05

    afraid of one's own shadow

    Exceptionally timid.

  6. 06

    air one's dirty laundry in public

    To reveal one's sordid secrets to the public.

  7. 07

    air one's dirty linen in public

    Synonym of air one's dirty laundry in public.

  8. 08

    albatross around one's neck

    A characteristic, possession, associate, or previous deed that hinders one's ability to succeed.

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