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USA slang
Becoming extremely angry and violent (from workplace violence incidents)
Safe to use?
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Tone
Casual and context-dependent.
Region
USA
Formality
Semi-informal; still use judgment.
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going postal means Becoming extremely angry and violent (from workplace violence incidents). It is best read as usa slang associated with USA.
"going postal" means Becoming extremely angry and violent (from workplace violence incidents). In USA, the nuance may be more specific.
Casual and context-dependent.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Sensitive: violent
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