into orbit
1. Into a state of extreme agitation, panic, irritation, or anger. Few things send me into orbit like someone who doesn't use their turn signals on the road. I've always hated the dentist. Just hearing the little whirr of the drill is enough to put me into orbit! Mom and Dad will definitely go into orbit when they see you're failing three classes!
2. Into a state of great happiness. Seeing the band perform put me into orbit from beginning to end. Well, getting engaged will send someone into orbit—as annoying as it is for us single people to witness. We all went into orbit when we heard that Grandma's cancer was in remission.
3. Into an extreme increase, especially a successful one. The popular ad sent sales into orbit. People who've spent time in law enforcement know that crime goes into orbit in the summertime. A lack of houses on the market can send prices into orbit.
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