Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

to get carried away

idiom

/tuː gɛt ˈkɛrɪd əˈweɪ/

Definition

To become overly enthusiastic or excited about something, losing control or moderation in the process.

Examples

During the party, I completely got carried away with the dancing and lost track of time.
She tends to get carried away when talking about her favorite books and often goes off on tangents.
It’s easy to get carried away with excitement when planning a wedding.

Meaning

The phrase ‘to get carried away’ means to get so involved or enthusiastic about something that you forget about the limits or the reality of the situation.