apoplectic
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My remarks moved an apoplectic plaintiff’s lawyer to point across the room at his opposing counsel, leer in my direction, and ask, “So are you accusing me of colluding with him?”
From Slate • Jan. 13, 2026
Beijing’s apoplectic response to Takaichi’s perceived intervention in China’s affairs has included intense personal attacks on the new prime minister, often linking her with the militarism that fueled Japan’s brutal conduct in World War II.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 24, 2025
"Can you imagine if you've owned a Formula 1 team for 10 years and then another team rocks up and beats you? You would be apoplectic," Lowdon said.
From BBC • Aug. 26, 2025
Watching Mick Cronin go apoplectic on the sidelines during the Bruins loss to the Maryland Terrapins last week was a sight not to behold.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 18, 2025
By the time I was seventeen, Mother would rather I suffered from apoplectic diarrhea than stand up straight.
From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett
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