Round the bend/twist

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adverb

Going insane or becoming very angry.

If he continues to behave in this way, his mother will go round the bend.
Visual representation of "round the bend/twist" - Going insane or becoming very angry

Often appears as...

  • go round the bend
  • driven round the bend

Usage tips

Informal, Disapproving

Idiomatic

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Idiomatic Expression

Used for hyperbolic effect, not implying actual insanity.

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This noise is making me go round the bend!
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Express Frustration

Conveys a high level of annoyance or frustration.

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All this traffic will drive me round the bend!
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Emotional Intensity

Implies an emotional response, not to be taken literally.

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Studying for exams is sending me round the bend.
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