bounce off the walls

verb

Definitions

  1. To be overly active relative to the enclosed space in which one is.

    • Near-synonyms: bounce around, jump around, jump about
  2. To be brimful of agitation from excitement, indignation, or anxiety.

    • Acme Inc was our best customer, but they're hopping mad now. They're bouncing off the walls over there.
    • These kids need to get outside for recess. They're bouncing off the walls in here.

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