“Fly off the handle”

Definition

To suddenly become very angry.

Examples

Examples

“He flew off the handle when he saw the mistake.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Fly off the handle" mean?
"Fly off the handle" means to suddenly become very angry..
How do you use "Fly off the handle" in a sentence?
Example: "He flew off the handle when he saw the mistake."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Fly off the handle"?
Внезапно выйти из себя. / Հանկարծ շատ բարկանալ։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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