to become annoyed or frustrated due to a delay or difficulty · to run out of tolerance
Ever been stuck in a super long line, or waiting for a friend who's *always* late? 😩 That feeling when you just can't take it anymore, and your calm demeanor starts to crack? That's when you're about to **lose patience**! It's perfectly normal to feel this way sometimes, but try to keep your cool!
💡 When you **lose patience**, it means you've reached your limit with waiting or dealing with something frustrating. It's often used with 'with' (e.g., "I'm losing patience with this slow internet.") or 'for' (e.g., "I'm losing patience for his excuses."). Remember, a deep breath can work wonders! 🧘♀️
Your friend is 30 minutes late for your coffee date, and this happens every time. You're starting to feel irritated. Which English expression best describes your feeling? A. to be on cloud nine B. to lose patience C. to feel like a million bucks