lose temper
Example Sentences
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All concerned are strictly enjoined to preserve their presence of mind, not to lose temper, and upon no occasion whatsoever to give offence to the inhabitants by making use of uncivil language or behaving rudely.
From Fire Prevention and Fire Extinction by James Braidwood
O'Hara looked at him, undecided whether to lose temper or laugh; finally, again turned to the glass and resumed the operation on his beard with a studious show of deliberateness.
From Mated from the Morgue A tale of the Second Empire by John Augustus O'Shea
“I beg pardon, sir,” said the butler, turning his eyes again on the visitor, who was beginning to lose temper.
From Blind Policy by George Manville Fenn
“Why don’t you answer whether you do or not?” said Stalker, beginning to lose temper.
From Twice Bought by R. M. (Robert Michael) Ballantyne
The great lexicographer, spoiled by the homage of society, was still more prone than himself to lose temper when the argument went against him.
From Oliver Goldsmith A Biography by Washington Irving
