lose temper
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We do ourselves actual physical harm when we lose temper; the tart speech takes virtue out of us.
From The Secret of a Happy Home (1896) by Marion Harland
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
“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
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
“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
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