lose temper
Example Sentences
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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
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
“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
"Come, come, Mark, don't lose temper about trifles."
From The O'Donoghue Tale Of Ireland Fifty Years Ago by Charles James Lever
The curate began to lose temper in earnest.
From The Master-Christian by Marie Corelli