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throw a tantrum

idiom
Meaning

To have a temper tantrum; to display a fit of childish anger.


Examples
SIMPLE

The toddler started to throw a tantrum in the store.

CONTEXTUAL

When his parents refused to buy him the toy, he threw a tantrum in the middle of the aisle.

COMPLEX

Despite his professional reputation, he threw a tantrum when the committee rejected his proposal, shocking everyone in the boardroom.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    have a tantrum

    Alternative form of throw a tantrum.

  2. 02

    lock someone up and throw away the key

    To lock someone up in prison indefinitely.

  3. 03

    stone's throw

    A short distance, roughly equivalent to how far a person can throw a stone.

  4. 04

    throw a bone to

    To provide support or assistance to, especially in one particular way or to a limited extent; to make a concession to.

  5. 05

    throw a fit

    To become angry, enraged, or upset; to act or react with an outburst, as by shouting, swearing, etc.

  6. 06

    throw a kiss

    To kiss one's hand, then make a gesture as if one was throwing the kiss in a direction towards the recipient.

  7. 07

    throw a monkey wrench in the works

    Synonym of throw a spanner in the works.

  8. 08

    throw a monkey wrench into the works

    Synonym of throw a spanner into the works.

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