get (one's) panties in a knot



get (one's) panties in a knot

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

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Vipul-Indian, Marathi, Gujarati, Hindi
VreniFRE-neeGerman
Starr[stɑ:]
Elysia-Various
Rico (1)REE-koSpanish
PietyPIE-ə-teeEnglish (Rare)