What is another word for flies the handle?
97 synonyms found
Pronunciation:
[ flˈa͡ɪz ðə hˈandə͡l], [ flˈaɪz ðə hˈandəl], [ f_l_ˈaɪ_z ð_ə h_ˈa_n_d_əl]
The phrase "flies the handle" is a somewhat obscure way of saying that someone has lost control or gone berserk. If you're looking for a more common alternative, "loses their cool" or "flies off the handle" are both phrases that convey a similar idea. Other synonyms might include "has a meltdown," "goes haywire," "flips out," or "blows a gasket." More formal phrases might include "experiences a breakdown" or "suffers an emotional outburst." Regardless of the specific wording, the underlying sentiment is the same - someone has lost their grip on reality, their temper, or both.
Synonyms for Flies the handle:
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v.
• flip out- blow a gasket ,
- blow one's mind ,
- blow one's stack ,
- blow one's top ,
- crack up ,
- fly off the handle ,
- freak out ,
- go ape ,
- go ballistic ,
- go berserk ,
- go crazy ,
- go haywire ,
- go nuts ,
- go off the deep end ,
- hit the ceiling ,
- lose control of oneself ,
- lose it ,
- lose one's composure ,
- lose one's mind ,
- lose one's temper ,
- wig out .
- go batty ,
- go bonkers ,
- go buggy ,
- go cuckoo ,
- go daffy ,
- go kooky ,
- go loco ,
- go loony ,
- go mental ,
- go nutty ,
- go off ,
- go off one's rocker ,
- go off the wall ,
- go psycho ,
- go wacko ,
- go wacky .
- be beside oneself ,
- be furious ,
- be uncontrollable ,
- blow a fuse ,
- blow up ,
- boil over ,
- bristle ,
- chafe ,
- champ at bit ,
- erupt ,
- foam at the mouth ,
- fret ,
- fulminate ,
- fume ,
- have a fit ,
- have a tantrum ,
- let off steam ,
- look daggers ,
- make a fuss over ,
- overflow ,
- rail at ,
- rampage ,
- rant ,
- rant and rave ,
- rave ,
- roar ,
- scold ,
- scream ,
- seethe ,
- snap at ,
- splutter ,
- steam ,
- storm ,
- surge ,
- tear ,
- throw a fit ,
- work oneself into sweat ,
- yell .
How to use "Flies the handle" in context?
Flies the handle is a new speakeasy-style bar and restaurant that is located in the heart of downtown fort worth. they offer creative drinks, upscale and comfortable Atmosphere, and a ever-changing selection of unique appetizers and entrees.
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