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Region: US | Usage example: She got in a tizzy before every presentation.

Get in a tizzy

Meaning

Become agitated or anxious.

Usage

Describes small personal panics.

Origin & History

Origin notes can vary by region and source; this page gives the commonly reported explanation and usage context.

American slang from the 19th century meaning a flurry of activity.

Used in newspapers to describe crowd excitement and personal nerves.

Related Idioms

Get your act together

Become organized and focused.

Get out of hand

Become uncontrollable.

Go bananas

Become crazy or very excited.

More Idioms

Break the ice

To do or say something to relieve tension or get conversation going in a social situation.

Cut to the chase

Skip ahead to the most important or exciting part of something.

The ball is in your court

It is now your turn to take action or make a decision.

Throw in the towel

To concede defeat or admit a struggle isn't worth continuing.