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Go spare

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Emotional Intensity

Used to express strong emotions, normally when someone is unexpectedly upset or angry.

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He's going to go spare when he sees the broken window.

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Informal Phrase

It's a casual expression, so it’s not suitable for formal contexts like business meetings or academic reports.

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I wouldn't say 'go spare' in a job interview.

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British Usage

Particularly used in the UK, might not be well understood by English speakers from other regions.

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My American friend didn't understand when I said 'I'll go spare.'

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