Gone crazy; lost one’s mind or sense of reality
Lost the Plot
Example Sentences
"He's completely lost the plot."
"I think she's lost the plot."
Etymology & History
From losing the storyline or narrative. Extended to mean going crazy or losing grip on reality. Modern slang from the late 20th century.
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General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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