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give (someone) the fright of (someone's) life

give (someone) the fright of (someone's) life

To cause someone an extreme and sudden sensation of shock, surprise, or fear. I didn't see you standing there! You gave me the fright of my life! Seeing the car swerve right in front of her gave Mary the fright of her life.
See also: fright, give, life, of

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
ÉIbhear-Irish, Irish Mythology
Uzziahə-ZIE-ə (English)Biblical
Aurelius-Ancient Roman
Addy['ædi]
Else[els]
Eurig-Welsh
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