temper tantrum
Example Sentences
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She said that, while they were alone, she tried to speak to him about "bringing everything up" with the onscreen experts but he "threw a temper tantrum and threatened to leave".
From BBC • May 18, 2026
But this dissent is not just a theatrical temper tantrum; it is a cry for help.
From Slate • Nov. 20, 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
“I remember the temper tantrum you threw when I didn’t get you a tutu.”
From "George" by Alex Gino
