Meaning of the word "be beside yourself" in English

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be beside yourself

US /bi bɪˈsaɪd jərˈsɛlf/
UK /bi bɪˈsaɪd jərˈsɛlf/
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Idiom

1.

to be overwhelmed with a strong emotion, such as anger, grief, or excitement, to the point of losing control

Example:
She was beside herself with grief after losing her pet.
He was beside himself with joy when he heard the good news.
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