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
Now for the big damage Trump’s little hissy fit will cause.
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Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 10 Aug. 2025
In reaction to the possible redrawing of the Texas Congressional map to benefit Republicans, Democrats are throwing a hissy fit and have promised to retaliate by doing the same in California.
—Jon Coupal, Oc Register, 4 Aug. 2025
Yes, 6-year-old Jayden had a little hissy fit.
—Ben Standig, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 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
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Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 10 Aug. 2025
In reaction to the possible redrawing of the Texas Congressional map to benefit Republicans, Democrats are throwing a hissy fit and have promised to retaliate by doing the same in California.
—Jon Coupal, Oc Register, 4 Aug. 2025
Yes, 6-year-old Jayden had a little hissy fit.
—Ben Standig, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hissy fit
Noun
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Kemp looked at the ceiling and blew a huff of air when Schwartz announced the sentence.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
24 Aug. 2025
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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 adjustable shoulder strap can be shortened or lengthened to find your perfect fit.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Sep. 2025
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This one is made from ultra-soft mulberry silk that’s lightweight and breathable, and the pull-on style is free of constricting zippers and buttons but has adjustable straps for an ideal fit.—
Shea Simmons,
PEOPLE,
23 Sep. 2025
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Having this really intense action scene, and then all of a sudden a joke, a funny moment.—
H. Alan Scott,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Allen’s title character asks her mother in the play’s second scene.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
1 Oct. 2025
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One officer on the scene advised reporters to move back, saying there was a small possibility of an explosion.—
Kristen Jordan Shamus,
USA Today,
28 Sep. 2025
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One officer on scene advised news media to move back, saying there was a small possibility of an explosion.—
Andrea May Sahouri,
Freep.com,
28 Sep. 2025
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The vigil, which had been planned several weeks in advance, was organized by the Genesee County Republican Party as a reaction to violent incidents such as the assassination of Charlie Kirk.—
Tess Ware,
Freep.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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Keeping your hands free while solo and on the move enhances alertness by minimizing distractions and improves reaction time for unexpected situations.—
Kristy Alpert,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Sep. 2025
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That leaves Maria to take matters into her own hands when the boy’s latest outburst lands meek would-be teacher’s pet Pauline (Nia Brown, another gifted first-timer) with a broken arm.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
24 Sep. 2025
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After the outburst, Wilcox apologized, but that moment remains unforgettable.—
Steve Helling,
PEOPLE,
24 Sep. 2025
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The cult of Costco Even in a world where supermarkets can stir a frenzy, Costco fans border on the obsessive.—
Jessica Guynn,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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This shortage was exacerbated during the pandemic home-buying frenzy, when historically low mortgage rates triggered a surge in demand all across the country which brought prices up.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Hissy fit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hissy%20fit. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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