throw a fit

English

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Verb

throw a fit

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

   I'd love to stay later, but my mother will throw a fit if I'm not home by 10.

   He will throw a fit if his car breaks down.

Synonyms

• have a fit
• pitch a fit