Pop off

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verb

To suddenly start talking loudly or angrily at someone.

She popped off at me when I told her I forgot to do the chores.
Visual representation of "pop off" - To suddenly start talking loudly or angrily at someone

Often appears as...

  • pop off at someone
  • suddenly pop off

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Informal

Colloquial

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Emotional Outburst

Used when someone cannot contain their frustration or anger and suddenly expresses it.

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When he lost his keys again, he popped off despite trying to stay calm.
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Confrontational

The phrase suggests a confrontational situation where someone is reacting, often unexpectedly.

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Quiet by nature, it shocked everyone when she popped off at the rude customer.
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Informal Setting

Typically used in casual conversation, not in formal or professional settings.

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They were joking around when he suddenly popped off, surprising his friends.
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