become cross

Frequency: 6.89.5 per million words

to start to be angry

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Examples (10)

  • He became cross when he discovered his favorite mug was broken.
  • She often becomes cross if you don't listen to her carefully.
  • If you're late again, the teacher will definitely become cross.
  • The toddler became cross and threw his toys when he couldn't have more juice.
  • I could see my father slowly becoming cross as he listened to the excuses.
  • Try not to mention the topic, as he is likely to become cross.
  • Having waited for an hour, the customers became cross with the poor service.
  • It's unusual for her to become cross over such a small matter.
  • He had become cross about the constant noise from next door long before he decided to complain.
  • Please tidy your room before Grandpa arrives; you know he becomes cross at the sight of mess.