pull one's hair out
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British pronunciation/pˈʊl tˈiə wˈɒnz hˈeəɹ ˈaʊt/
American pronunciation/pˈʊl tˈɪɹ wˈʌnz hˈɛɹ ˈaʊt/

"[pull|tear] {one's} hair out" Tanımı ve Anlamı

to pull one's hair out
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to demonstrate signs of anxiousness, anger, or frustration in difficult situations
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to [pull|tear] {one's} hair out definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "pull one's hair out" and when to use it?

The idiom "pull one's hair out" is believed to have originated from the physical act of frustration or despair. The action of pulling one's own hair out is a common behavior observed in individuals experiencing extreme stress, anxiety, or frustration. The phrase likely emerged as a metaphorical expression to describe the mental or emotional state of someone who is deeply agitated or overwhelmed.

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She often tears her hair out trying to manage her busy schedule and meet all her deadlines.
I feel like pulling my hair out when my computer crashes right before an important presentation.
We were pulling our hair out during the hectic holiday shopping season.
He pulled his hair out when he realized he had lost the keys to his car.
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