Snap out of it/something
verb phrase
To quickly return to a normal state or stop behaving in a certain way, especially after being shocked or upset.
After her breakup, everyone told her to snap out of it and move on.
Often appears as...
- snap out of depression
- snap out of reality
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb phrase
To suddenly stop daydreaming or paying attention and focus on reality.
He was daydreaming in class when the teacher's loud voice made him snap out of it.
Often appears as...
- snap out of daydream
- snap out of stupor
Usage tips
Colloquial
verb phrase
To quickly return to a normal state or stop behaving in a certain way, especially after being shocked or upset.
After her breakup, everyone told her to snap out of it and move on.
Often appears as...
- snap out of depression
- snap out of reality
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb phrase
To suddenly stop daydreaming or paying attention and focus on reality.
He was daydreaming in class when the teacher's loud voice made him snap out of it.
Often appears as...
- snap out of daydream
- snap out of stupor
Usage tips
Colloquial
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Shift
Used when someone needs to change their negative emotions or attitude quickly.
She was sulking before the game, but she snapped out of it as soon as she hit the field.
Pro Tip 2/3Urgency Suggested
Implies there is little time to change one's state of mind or mood.
You need to snap out of your funk and finish your project today!
Pro Tip 3/3Others' Expectations
Often used by others who expect a quick recovery or change.
The team lost, but their coach told them to snap out of it and focus on the next match.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Shift
Used when someone needs to change their negative emotions or attitude quickly.
She was sulking before the game, but she snapped out of it as soon as she hit the field.
Pro Tip 2/3Urgency Suggested
Implies there is little time to change one's state of mind or mood.
You need to snap out of your funk and finish your project today!
Pro Tip 3/3Others' Expectations
Often used by others who expect a quick recovery or change.
The team lost, but their coach told them to snap out of it and focus on the next match.
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Shift
Used when someone needs to change their negative emotions or attitude quickly.
She was sulking before the game, but she snapped out of it as soon as she hit the field.
Pro Tip 2/3Urgency Suggested
Implies there is little time to change one's state of mind or mood.
You need to snap out of your funk and finish your project today!
Pro Tip 3/3Others' Expectations
Often used by others who expect a quick recovery or change.
The team lost, but their coach told them to snap out of it and focus on the next match.
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