become overly upset or emotional over.
get (one’s) panties in a twist To become overly upset or emotional over something, especially that which is trivial or unimportant. Primarily heard in US. Ah, don’t get your panties in a twist, I’ll have the car back by tomorrow morning! In my opinion, people are getting their panties in a twist over this election.
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What does the saying panties in a twist mean?
to become upset about
Definition of get one’s knickers in a twist
: to become upset about something that is not very important Don’t get your knickers in a twist: I’ll be ready in a minute!
Where did the saying panties in a twist come from?
The British expression “kickers in a twist” goes back in print at least to 1969 and refers to women’s (or girl’s) underwear becoming twisted and therefore uncomfortable and objectionable.
Is panties in a twist offensive?
Yes, in BE it’s virtually a ‘unisex’ insult.
What got your panties in a twist synonym?
to get angry, annoyed, or upset. Synonyms and related words. To be, or to become angry or annoyed. lose your temper (with) go mad.
What does the term panties in a bunch mean?
Get-one-s-panties-in-a-bunch definition
(idiomatic) To become overwrought or unnecessarily upset over a trivial matter.
What does don’t get your panties in a bunch mean?
get (one’s) panties in a bunch
To become overly upset or emotional over something, especially that which is trivial or unimportant. Primarily heard in US.
Why is there a bow on the front of ladies knickers?
It comes from pre-elastic days when your underthings were held in place by a bit of ribbon threaded through the eyelet lace at the tops. The most common response was that the bow kept underwear from falling down as elastic was yet to be invented – but today it also remains on knickers for aesthetic reasons.”
What does with a twist means?
Not straight forward. Not straight forward means extraordinary. Extraordinary can mean unexpected changes/challenges. So with a twist means extraordinary. Anything can be with a twist.
What does the expression knock yourself out mean?
to exert maximum effort
To knock yourself out means to exert maximum effort, to try as hard as you can to achieve a goal.
What is the name of Ladies inner wear?
Lingerie is made of lightweight, stretchy, smooth, sheer or decorative fabrics such as silk, satin, Lycra, charmeuse, chiffon, or (especially and traditionally) lace.
What does it mean for a drink to be dirty?
The term ‘dirty’ means that olive brine, usually from a jar of cocktail olives, has been added to the drink. An olive garnish is typically assumed, too. Most bars add equal parts vermouth and brine, though you can specify ‘extra dirty’ or ‘filthy’ if you prefer more brine.
What does straight up with a twist mean?
Neat: Right out of the bottle. Up: Chilled, and served in a cocktail glass. Straight Up: Usually means “neat”, but check first. Twist: A thin strip of citrus peel. Default is lemon.
What does twist mean urban?
a woman. Used similarly as “broad”. That twist stole my money! See more words with the same meaning: woman, women, female.
What is the meaning of put a sock in it?
tell someone to stop talking
Definition of put a sock in it
informal. —used to tell someone to stop talking I wish someone would tell him to put a sock in it.
What is the meaning of feather in one’s cap?
Definition of a feather in someone’s cap
: an achievement or honor that someone can be proud of The promotion was a feather in his cap.
What does it mean knock your socks off?
impress someone
: to affect or impress someone in a very strong and favorable way This song will knock your socks off.