burns, burned, burning
to burn up
phrasal verb
To become very angry or annoyed
- 1She burned up when she heard the news.
- 2He burns up every time someone mentions that topic.
When someone feels very upset or mad, their feelings get very strong, like a fire inside. They might feel hot, their face could turn red, and they may want to shout or say something loudly because something made them very unhappy or frustrated.
People often say "I was burning up inside" after someone is rude or unfair, to show how strong their anger felt in that moment.
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at the legal office
Frustration at the Legal Office
David
I can't believe the judge postponed the hearing again.
Elizabeth
I know, it's really starting to burn me up.
David
We've been waiting for months already.
Elizabeth
Exactly, it's so frustrating.
on a hiking trail
Tension on the Trail
Michael
I can't believe you forgot the map, Amanda.
Amanda
I know, but getting lost isn't the end of the world.
Michael
It's just that it burns me up when we're not prepared.
Amanda
Let's just enjoy the scenery and figure it out together.
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Similar to "to burn up":
- 1infuriate
- 2irritate
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