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Go ballistic

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Anger IntensityPlay
Used when someone is extremely angry, not just slightly upset. SlideMy dad went ballistic when I crashed the car.
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Sudden ReactionPlay
The phrase suggests a sudden and extreme reaction to something unexpected. SlideI went ballistic when I got hit with the surprise fees.
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Informal ContextPlay
It's informal, so use it in casual conversation, not in formal writing or speeches. SlideHe'll go ballistic if he finds out you lost his keys.