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Region: US | Usage example: He looked like he lost his marbles after the delay.

Lose your marbles

Meaning

Go crazy or become forgetful.

Usage

Used humorously about confusion.

Origin & History

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

Refers to dropping prized marbles as a metaphor for losing one mind.

20th-century American slang.