get (one's) panties in a bunch
To become overly upset or emotional over something, especially that which is trivial or unimportant. Primarily heard in US. Ah, don't get your panties in a bunch, I'll have the car back by tomorrow morning! In my opinion, people are getting their panties in a bunch over this election. A: "Oh no, our picnic is ruined!" B: "It'll stop raining soon—don't get your panties in a bunch."
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