Scare one out of your mind Meaning in English
expression · lemma: scare out of one's mind
Definition
To frighten someone so much that they are extremely shocked or terrified; to be scared so badly that you cannot think clearly.
Usage & Nuances
This is an informal, emphatic expression, mostly used in speech, often in the form 'scare me/you out of my/your mind'. Common with stories, surprises, or describing frights; not typically used for mild scares. Alternatives: 'scare to death', 'freak out'.
Example Sentences
The loud noise scared me out of my mind.
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The horror movie scared me out of my mind last night.
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The dog barking suddenly scared her out of her mind.
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That haunted house tour scared me out of my mind — I thought I was going to faint.
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Honestly, the way he jumped out from behind the couch scared me out of my mind!
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Don't ever send me a creepy text at night again — you scared me out of my mind last time!
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