Fly into a rage, temper, etc.

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To suddenly become very angry.

He flew into a rage when he discovered the broken vase.
Visual representation of "fly into a rage, temper, etc." - To suddenly become very angry

Often appears as...

  • suddenly fly into a rage
  • quickly fly into a rage
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Sudden Anger

The phrase implies an immediate and intense reaction, not a gradual build-up of anger.

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She flew into a rage after seeing the mess.
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Emotional Intensity

It's used to express a very strong and overwhelming emotional response that's hard to control.

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The unfair accusation made him fly into a rage.
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Informal Expression

It's more common in casual conversation than in formal writing or speech.

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My dad will fly into a rage if we're late again.
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