tantrum
noun
a violent demonstration of rage or frustration; a sudden burst of ill temper.
tantrums
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pluralof tantrum.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Its reality format allows for perfect projection and escapism: no coordinating specialists and home care agencies, certainly no paternal tantrums.
From Salon ● Jun. 15, 2026
While co-founder Steve Jobs was legendary for being brilliant, but also difficult to work with and prone to tantrums, it's hard to imagine either Tim Cook or John Ternus really kicking off.
From BBC ● Apr. 21, 2026
It’s also an unforgiving portrait of the daughter, who is far from sympathetic as she whines, throws tantrums and makes endless demands.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 25, 2026
The dragons are so nasty they make those in “Game of Thrones” look like toddlers having tantrums.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 2, 2026
Back when I was little and used to throw temper tantrums, Dad would walk me to my room, sit me on my bed, and tell me to count to one hundred.
From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller
