throws a tantrum
Has a fit
To throw a tantrum is to have an emotional outburst, typically involving crying, screaming, or flailing—behavior associated with young children who can't get what they want.
Adults throw tantrums too, though the phrase carries judgment: He threw a tantrum when they ran out of his favorite beer.
The loss of composure is the defining feature.
- hissy fitDramatic temper tantrum
- bratIll-mannered young one
- loses itSuddenly becomes enraged
- flips outLoses control emotionally
- full meltdownComplete loss of control
meltdown · outburst · kicking and screaming · anger · screaming · whining · defiance · stomping · pouting · acts out · bad behavior · frustration · crying · spoiled · yelling · sadness · sulking · emotional regulation
throws a tantrumrolls with the punches
Accepts difficulties gracefully
adapts · grin and bear it · compromises · bites one's tongue · walks away
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