lose the plot
To cease to behave in a consistent or rational manner.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“He has completely lost the plot lately.”
“After working for twenty hours straight, the manager started shouting at everyone and clearly lost the plot.”
“The once respected politician seemed to lose the plot entirely, delivering incoherent speeches that alienated his most loyal supporters.”
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be someone's to lose
To be anticipated to be won by someone.
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fight a losing battle
To attempt a task or other endeavor in which there is no chance that it will succeed.
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for the plot
Everything happens for a reason.
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lose face
To lose the respect of others; to be humiliated or experience public disgrace.
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lose ground
To suffer loss or disadvantage; to experience a setback.
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lose it
To lose control of a situation.
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lose one's battle
To succumb to a serious illness.
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lose one's bottle
To lose courage and determination.
Last updated August 10, 2026