/ahl-SAH-reh-leh ehl SAHN-toh/
In Mexico, losing control or sanity suddenly, becoming crazy or acting impulsively without considering consequences. When someone's saint rises, no one can stop them.
Example
"He lost his temper in the meeting and said things he shouldn't have."
"When someone's lost their temper, it's best to leave them alone."
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/ahl-SAH-reh-leh ehl SAHN-toh/
In Mexico, losing control or sanity suddenly, becoming crazy or acting impulsively without considering consequences. When someone's saint rises, no one can stop them.
Example
"He lost his temper in the meeting and said things he shouldn't have."
"When someone's lost their temper, it's best to leave them alone."
Word family
Regional synonyms: