Lose it

verb

To lose control of emotions.

She was so angry, she completely lost it.
Visual representation of "lose it" - To lose control of emotions

Often appears as...

  • completely lose it
  • totally lose it

Usage tips

Disapproving

Colloquial

verb

To fail to maintain a physical condition or capability.

Even though he's old, he hasn't lost it. He is still in good shape.
Visual representation of "lose it" - To fail to maintain a physical condition or capability

Often appears as...

  • hasn't lost it
  • hadn't lost it
verb

To lose a talent or ability.

Even after years of not painting, she hadn't lost it.
Visual representation of "lose it" - To lose a talent or ability

Often appears as...

  • never lose it
  • doesn't lose it
verb

To lose control of emotions.

She was so angry, she completely lost it.
Visual representation of "lose it" - To lose control of emotions

Often appears as...

  • completely lose it
  • totally lose it

Usage tips

Disapproving

Colloquial

verb

To fail to maintain a physical condition or capability.

Even though he's old, he hasn't lost it. He is still in good shape.
Visual representation of "lose it" - To fail to maintain a physical condition or capability

Often appears as...

  • hasn't lost it
  • hadn't lost it
verb

To lose a talent or ability.

Even after years of not painting, she hadn't lost it.
Visual representation of "lose it" - To lose a talent or ability

Often appears as...

  • never lose it
  • doesn't lose it
Definition 1 of 3
Visual representation of "lose it"
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Emotional Outburst

Used when someone can't contain their anger, frustration, or excitement and they express it strongly.

Illustration for Emotional Outburst
When he lost the game, he lost it and yelled at everyone.
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Colloquial Speech

Common in casual conversation, not suitable for formal contexts like business meetings or academic writing.

Illustration for Colloquial Speech
At the party, when the music stopped, Maria lost it and got everyone laughing with her reaction.
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Sudden Change

Implies a quick or unexpected shift in someone's composure or emotional state.

Illustration for Sudden Change
He was fine until he read the news and totally lost it.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Emotional Outburst

Used when someone can't contain their anger, frustration, or excitement and they express it strongly.

Illustration for Emotional Outburst
When he lost the game, he lost it and yelled at everyone.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Colloquial Speech

Common in casual conversation, not suitable for formal contexts like business meetings or academic writing.

Illustration for Colloquial Speech
At the party, when the music stopped, Maria lost it and got everyone laughing with her reaction.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Sudden Change

Implies a quick or unexpected shift in someone's composure or emotional state.

Illustration for Sudden Change
He was fine until he read the news and totally lost it.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Emotional Outburst

Used when someone can't contain their anger, frustration, or excitement and they express it strongly.

Illustration for Emotional Outburst
When he lost the game, he lost it and yelled at everyone.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Colloquial Speech

Common in casual conversation, not suitable for formal contexts like business meetings or academic writing.

Illustration for Colloquial Speech
At the party, when the music stopped, Maria lost it and got everyone laughing with her reaction.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Sudden Change

Implies a quick or unexpected shift in someone's composure or emotional state.

Illustration for Sudden Change
He was fine until he read the news and totally lost it.
Visual representation of the word "Lose it"

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