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tantrum
[tan-truhm]
noun
a violent demonstration of rage or frustration; a sudden burst of ill temper.
verb (used without object)
to have a tantrum.
Don't give in to your grandson every time he tantrums.
tantrum
/ ˈæԳٰə /
noun
(often plural) a childish fit of rage; outburst of bad temper
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of tantrum1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of tantrum1
Example Sentences
Add in the twists, tariffs and tantrums of the man in the White House, that make the global economic situation uncertain and the picture's not pretty.
As such, he has already been made a lightning rod for right-wing culture war tantrums–the exact kind of division Theophilus warns against in "The Ritual."
Fraser reveals an uncanny pattern of polluting smelters and the men brought up in their shadows, prone to mood swings and erratic tantrums.
His past behavior is filled with worse tantrums in front of reporters.
But Johnson's tantrum is a reminder that another central Republican concern is that work-from-home policies might help women's equality.
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When To Use
A tantrum is an angry outburst by someone who has lost their temper in reaction to something they didn’t want to happen. The term temper tantrum means the same thing.Tantrums are often loud and they can be violent. A child kicking and screaming in response to being told to turn off the TV is having a tantrum.The term is often used to refer to an outburst by a young child, especially a toddler. But it can also be used to refer to an outburst by an adult. When used this way, it’s intended to criticize the person for being unreasonable and acting like a child.Tantrum is often used with the verb throw, as in My son threw a tantrum right in the middle of the store.Less commonly, tantrum can be used as a verb meaning to throw a tantrum, as in She tantrums when she doesn’t get a treat. Example: I work in customer service, so I’m used to dealing with tantrums from people who don’t get their way.
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