be beside yourself
US /bi bɪˈsaɪd jərˈsɛlf/
UK /bi bɪˈsaɪd jərˈsɛlf/
1.
essere fuori di sé, essere sconvolto
to be overwhelmed with a strong emotion, such as anger, grief, or excitement, to the point of losing control
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She was beside herself with grief after losing her pet.
Era fuori di sé dal dolore dopo aver perso il suo animale domestico.
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He was beside himself with joy when he heard the good news.
Era fuori di sé dalla gioia quando sentì la buona notizia.