Meaning of the word "throw a wobbly" in English

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throw a wobbly

US /θroʊ ə ˈwɑb.li/
UK /θroʊ ə ˈwɑb.li/
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Idiom

1.

to become very angry or upset and lose control of your emotions

Example:
When he found out his car was scratched, he really threw a wobbly.
The child threw a wobbly when he couldn't have another cookie.
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