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To "freak out" is an informal phrasal verb that means
to experience or cause someone to experience a sudden, intense emotional reaction. This can range from panic, anxiety, or anger to extreme excitement and joy. [
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- When you're panicked or upset: "She completely freaked out when she realized she left her passport at home."
- When you're extremely excited: "He freaked out when he heard he got the job."
- When something causes it: "The loud, sudden noise totally freaked the dog out." [1, 2, 3]
The term originated in the mid-1960s as countercultural slang. It was initially used to describe the bizarre or intense experiences (or hallucinations) induced by psychedelic drugs. [
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- Panicked: "I panicked when I saw the snake."
- Distraught: "He was distraught after losing his wallet."
- Overwhelmed: "She was overwhelmed by the unexpected good news." [1, 2, 3]
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