get (one's) panties in a bunch



get (one's) panties in a bunch

To become overly upset or emotional over something, especially that which is trivial or unimportant. Primarily heard in US, South Africa. Ah, don't get your panties in a bunch, I'll have the car back by tomorrow morning! In my opinion, people are getting their panties in a bunch over this election.
See also: bunch, get, panties

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
EthelETH-əlEnglish
HarrietHER-ee-ət, HAR-ee-ətEnglish
Eka (2)-Georgian
EllieEL-eeEnglish
GarlandGAHR-ləndEnglish
AsaAY-sə (English)Biblical, Hebrew, Biblical Hebrew