amok
1 of 2adverb/əˈmɑk/
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acting in a violently uncontrollable and homicidal rage, often with indiscriminate aggression and lethal intent
- Historical accounts describe warriors going amok during battle, killing friend and foe alike.
- He burst into the room amok, striking out at anyone who moved.
- The cult member went amok, driven by a delusional vision of sacrifice.
- Panic spread as one of the soldiers went amok, firing wildly.
- The myth warned of spirits that could possess a man and send him amok.
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in a chaotic manner, involving reckless or disruptive behavior
- The children ran amok through the house, knocking over furniture and shouting.
- Fans went amok after the team's surprise victory, flooding the streets in celebration.
- The party guests went amok once the music started, dancing on tables and tossing confetti.
- He let his emotions run amok, yelling at everyone in sight.
- She feared the crowd might go amok if the announcement didn't go their way.
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