Go Ape

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Go Ape is an internet slang term used to describe the act of becoming extremely excited or losing control over ones emotions. It implies a state of wild enthusiasm or irrational behavior similar to that of an ape.

Examples:

1. After winning the lottery, Jane went ape and started screaming and jumping around in sheer delight.
2. When our favorite band took the stage, the entire crowd went ape, cheering, singing, and dancing with complete abandon.

Synonyms:
wild, crazy, insane
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