lose temper

Example Sentences

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But if the Borrovian is to lose temper with every one who girds at Borrow he will lead a not very comfortable life.

From Old Familiar Faces by Watts-Dunton, Theodore

Of course no lady or gentleman will lose temper under such circumstances.

From Dinners and Luncheons Novel Suggestions for Social Occasions by Pierce, Paul

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 O'Shea, John Augustus

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 Magee, Knox

I declare, Maitland, I shall lose temper with you.

From Tony Butler by Lever, Charles James