to become very intense or angry very quickly · to escalate emotions rapidly
This expression is perfect for describing someone who reacts incredibly quickly and intensely to situations, whether it's getting angry, excited, or stressed. It really highlights a rapid escalation of emotion! 😱
💡 **Fun Fact!** This idiom comes from cars accelerating from 0 to 60 miles per hour in a flash. 🏎️💨 It usually implies a sudden, dramatic shift in mood, often negative (like anger), but can also be used for rapid excitement. Use it to describe someone who doesn't slowly get upset, but rather explodes with emotion!
Sarah was calm one moment, and the next she was shouting about the spilled coffee. Which English expression describes her reaction? A. She went from zero to sixty. B. She kept her cool. C. She played it safe.