get (one's) panties in a twist



get (one's) panties in a twist

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 twist, I'll have the car back by tomorrow morning! In my opinion, people are getting their panties in a twist over this election.
See also: get, panties, twist

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Kalliope-Greek Mythology
LeneLE-nə (German), LE-ne (Danish, Norwegian)German, Danish, Norwegian
Nurasyl-Kazakh
Maikel-Dutch
Patty['pæti]
Juan (2)-Chinese