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Tantrum

usgb/ˈtæntrəm/Volume
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Child Behavior

Tantrum often describes typical behavior in young kids struggling to express emotions.

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Whenever he can't play outside, the toddler has a tantrum.
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Strong Emotion

The word 'tantrum' implies there is a strong emotional component, usually anger or frustration.

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She screamed and kicked during her tantrum.
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Short-Lived

A tantrum is typically a short-lived episode, not an extended period of behavior.

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The child’s tantrum lasted only a few minutes.
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