get upset

This page is about the collocation get upset

collocation pattern: verb + adjective

Meaning

to become unhappy, disappointed or annoyed because of something

For example

  • He only took ten dollars, so don't get upset about it.

  • Don't say anything about her divorce. She gets upset when anyone mentions it.

Quick Quiz

When children get upset, they

a. fall over

b. laugh

c. cry
a) fall over b) laugh c) cry

Contributor: Matt Errey