CARRIED AWAY – Phrasal Verb
What is the Meaning of
(to be, or get) CARRIED AWAY?
English teaching for English Language Learners (ELL) who are learning to speak English as a Second Language (ESL) or English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Definition
to lose self control (note: use the passive voice i.e., be carried away, or get carried away)
Examples:
- She is annoyed with her husband because he got carried away at her son’s soccer game and yelled at the referee.
2. I got carried away and made 300 cupcakes for the party even though only 25 people are coming.