Today we’re going to learn some expressions related to getting angry.
Our first expression for today is "blow a fuse." Imagine a person who suddenly gets angry and has an explosive reaction, just like when a fuse blows and the lights go out. When someone "blows a fuse," it means they lose their temper or become extremely angry in a sudden and dramatic way.
Example: "My boss blew a fuse when he found out about the mistake in the report. He was yelling and slamming doors.”
Now, let's move on to our next expression, "see red." This expression comes from the idea of seeing the color red, which is often associated with anger and fury. When someone "sees red," it means they become extremely angry or filled with rage.
Example: "When I heard the news of the pay cut, I saw red. I couldn't believe they would do that to us!”
Our next idiom is "hit the roof." Picture a person's anger escalating to such an extent that it reaches the roof. This idiom is used to describe a situation where someone becomes extremely angry or outraged.
Example: "When I told my parents I had failed the exam, they hit the roof. They were furious!”
Let's explore another phrasal verb, "fly off the handle." Imagine a door handle being flung off violently when opened with too much force. This expression is used to describe someone who suddenly and uncontrollably loses their temper or becomes very angry.
Example: "Don't mention politics around Tom. He tends to fly off the handle whenever someone disagrees with his views.”
Lastly, we have a collocation that describes the act of suppressing or holding back anger. It's "grit one's teeth." When someone "grits their teeth," it means they are making an effort to control their anger or frustration, often by clenching their jaw tightly.
Example: "Even though her colleague made a mistake, Sarah gritted her teeth and calmly explained how to fix it.”
That wraps up today's episode. I hope you enjoyed learning about these expressions related to getting angry. Remember, language is a powerful tool to express emotions, and understanding these expressions can help you navigate through various social situations.