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go mad

The correct spelling is go mad.

How to pronounce go mad

verb

Say it like: Go -mad

The correct spelling is go mad. To become insane. For example: "Here's fifty pounds in case you see anything nice to buy, but don't go mad."

Usage Examples

Here's fifty pounds in case you see anything nice to buy, but don't go mad.

Why should we ban controversial speakers from college grounds? Surely that's political correctness gone mad?

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To become insane.
  2. 2.(typically followed by "and" and a second verb) To do something extravagant.
  3. 3.(usually as a past participle and preceded by a noun) To reach an excessive or ridiculous level.

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