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
Platt[plæt]
Bernicebər-NEES (English)English, Biblical, Biblical Latin
GabeGAYBEnglish
AhmoseAH-mos (English)Ancient Egyptian (Anglicized)
Yakup-Turkish
FlannÁN-Irish