in a flutter

Frequency: 6.04.0 per million words

In a state of nervous excitement or confusion.

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Examples (10)

  • They arrived late and in a flutter.
  • The whole office was in a flutter preparing for the inspection.
  • She was in a flutter of excitement on her wedding day.
  • He gets in a flutter every time he has to speak in public.
  • Don't get yourself in a flutter; it's just a small problem.
  • The unexpected announcement left everyone in a flutter.
  • The children were in a flutter waiting for the party to begin.
  • I'm in a bit of a flutter trying to finish this report by the deadline.
  • Why is everyone in such a flutter this morning?
  • He tried to appear calm, but inwardly he was in a flutter.