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to make a spectacle of oneself
01
to behave in a very foolish and embarrassing way in the presence of others
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What is the origin of the idiom "make a spectacle of oneself" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "make a spectacle of oneself" can be traced back to the mid-19th century. The word "spectacle" refers to a visually striking or attention-grabbing event or performance. This expression emerged as a figurative expression to describe an individual's actions or behavior that attract public attention in a manner that is often seen as embarrassing or inappropriate. It is used in various contexts and occasions where someone wants to describe or criticize a person's attention-seeking or embarrassing behavior.
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The group of friends is making a spectacle of themselves by loudly arguing in the restaurant.
They were making a spectacle of themselves by arguing loudly in the middle of the park.
If you wear that outrageous outfit, you'll make a spectacle of yourself at the event.
I'm afraid she will make a spectacle of herself if she tries to sing in front of the entire audience.
They made a spectacle of themselves with their outrageous costumes at the costume party.
