Can't think straight In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "can't think straight", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Luna Linh calendar 2021-03-10 12:03

Meaning of Can't think straight

Synonyms:

To be at a loss

Can't think straight American spoken language phrase

To be unable to think clearly due to overwhelming emotions or exhaustion

I can't think straight when the kids keep crying and yelling

Recently, Richard's work is so stressful that he can't think straight.

I've been working for 10 hours so I can't really think straight right now. I just want to collapse onto the bed

Leslie can't think straight after finishing all those deadlines.

Other phrases about:

be all at sea

be confused about what to do

at sixes and sevens

Used to refer to the state of total bewilderment and disorganization.

be at (one's) wits' end

Having reached a point where you are exhausted, confused, anxious, or irritated and don't know what to do.

Grammar and Usage of Can't think straight

Origin of Can't think straight

While it's unknown about its origin, the phrase itself is rather self explanatory. It means that your line of thought or reasoning is tangled and it makes you unable to comprehend things easily. This phrase is often used to express one's state of mind when being overwhelmed by their emotions or when they are so exhausted that they can't think rationally

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