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Meaning of 'Beside themselves'

What does the saying 'Beside themselves' mean?

Idiom: Beside themselves

Meaning:

If people are beside themselves, they are very worried or emotional about something.

 

Country: International English | Subject Area: General | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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