lose temper
Example Sentences
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No," he said; "it's just playing into your hands to lose temper with you.
From Cashel Byron's Profession by Bernard Shaw
Indeed, during all the too short time I had the pleasure in being in this man's company I never saw him lose temper: and yet, remember, he was one of England's ablest warriors.
From With Ring of Shield by Knox Magee
"Come, come, Mark, don't lose temper about trifles."
From The O'Donoghue Tale Of Ireland Fifty Years Ago by Charles James Lever
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
“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
