Is this BMX rider really flying? Photo: David Ramos
Today's Phrase
If you fly off the handle it means you lose your temper.
Examples:
When I told Dad I had crashed his car again he flew off the handle.
Jane is trying to get to sleep, so if you wake her up she will fly off the handle.
Take note
If you get a handle on something, you begin to understand it.
Examples:
I don't like this new computer - I can't get a handle on the strange keyboard.
Interesting fact
BMX is an abbreviation for bicycle motocross - the X is used as a symbol for 'cross'. BMX bikes are especially tough for use on dirt tracks and jumps.
