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Blow a fuse

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Emotional IntensityPlay
Indicates extreme anger, often used for sudden outbursts, not mild irritation. SlideHe'll blow a fuse if you scratch his car.
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Informal ContextPlay
Used mostly in casual speech and informal writing, not in formal documents. SlideMy coach blew a fuse when we lost the game.
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Not LiteralPlay
Understand it's a metaphor for anger, not someone actually damaging electrical equipment. SlideMom blew a fuse when I failed my math test.