lose temper
Example Sentences
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I declare, Maitland, I shall lose temper with you.
From Tony Butler by Charles James Lever
As they swooped nearer, however, and the tips of their wings were “wopped” into his very eyes, the thing was growing unbearable; and Fritz began to lose temper.
From The Cliff Climbers A Sequel to "The Plant Hunters" by Mayne Reid
Quiet enough these animals are at times, but whatever other travellers may say, I advise you to keep out of their track when they lose temper.
From Harry Milvaine The Wanderings of a Wayward Boy by Gordon Stables
Of course no lady or gentleman will lose temper under such circumstances.
From Dinners and Luncheons Novel Suggestions for Social Occasions by Paul Pierce
Long they fought equally, until the Miller began to lose temper at finding himself so stoutly opposed, and at hearing the laughter of his companions, who, as usual in such cases, enjoyed his vexation.
From Ivanhoe by Sir Walter Scott
