temper tantrum

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Online there is much debate as to what caused this trumpet temper tantrum.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2025

Mets relief pitcher Jorge López threw a temper tantrum during a blowout loss to the Dodgers on Wednesday.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2024

“He throws an absolute temper tantrum, talking about revenge,” she said.

From New York Times • Jan. 26, 2024

Every time she is caught and punished, she throws a little temper tantrum about how it isn’t “fair” that I get to wear what I want and she can’t.

From Slate • Oct. 5, 2023

“I remember the temper tantrum you threw when I didn’t get you a tutu.”

From "George" by Alex Gino