as in huff
an outburst or display of excited anger
the demanding diva had a major hissy fit when she had to wait for her trailer to be ready
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Recent Examples of hissy fit
Newsom has been a longtime and avid supporter of LGBTQ+ rights, so his remarks touched off a hissy fit among progressive Democrats.
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Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025
Why even throw a hissy fit before the rooms are decided?
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 13 Feb. 2025
As Texas and all of its fans drown their sorrows, and throw hissy fit rages over what the Longhorns should have done in their loss against Ohio State, reviewing their last meaningful drive will require all of the Shiner Bock in the bar.
—Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Jan. 2025
By the way, the same thing applies to passengers seated next to a child who has a hissy fit.
—Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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Laura Washington, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025
Why even throw a hissy fit before the rooms are decided?
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 13 Feb. 2025
As Texas and all of its fans drown their sorrows, and throw hissy fit rages over what the Longhorns should have done in their loss against Ohio State, reviewing their last meaningful drive will require all of the Shiner Bock in the bar.
—Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Jan. 2025
By the way, the same thing applies to passengers seated next to a child who has a hissy fit.
—Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hissy fit
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Getty Images To date, the post has amassed more than 900 comments from TikTok viewers, many of them poking fun at the golden retriever mother's annoyed expression and shallow huffs.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 2025
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The chute opens, and rambunctious No. 2 bursts out with an impatient huff.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Mar. 2025
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Its towering trees, misty peaks and cascading waterfalls were a natural fit for the film’s deep-island terrain, with hiking trails that lead to hidden caves and panoramic viewpoints.—
Emese Maczko,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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More classic straight fits were often cuffed for a summery vibe.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
9 July 2025
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In a statement published on Wednesday, the Lake Havasu City Fire Department said that Foxcroft's body was found inside one of the chambers at the scene of the fire.—
Theo Burman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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The famous southwest London venue, which opened in 1899 and was designed by Frank Matcham, the architect who is responsible for some of London’s most iconic theatres including the Palladium and the Coliseum, is the scene of Damsgaard’s coronation as Brentford’s player of the year for 2024-25.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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The Yankees’ double-digit explosion on a rainy night provided plenty of breathing room for a bullpen that has been taxed and decimated by injuries.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
9 July 2025
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These new requirements, including this relatively tight deadline, could trigger an explosion of litigation across the state as condo associations begin to reassess governing documents, assessment structures, and recorded declarations, Pardo said.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
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Internet users have lauded Cairo's reaction to the water, with many hoping he gets adopted by someone with an even bigger pool to enjoy.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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So there's going to be a strong reaction in both directions for this mystery houseguest.—
David Wysong,
The Enquirer,
7 July 2025
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For its part, the Kremlin has played down any suggestion that President Trump’s recent critical outburst has had much impact.—
Matthew Chance,
CNN Money,
9 July 2025
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Willi Castro belted a solo shot off Hodge to make it 5-0, Lewis singled in a run, and Harrison Bader completed the six-run outburst with a two-run homer of his own off Hodge.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
9 July 2025
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Another trait often ascribed to footballers is courage — the kind that enables them to put their head into a frenzy of flying boots, or take a decisive penalty when thousands are willing them to fail.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
6 July 2025
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That one came down to a late penalty and sent the French crowd into a frenzy.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 July 2025
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“Hissy fit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hissy%20fit. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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