be in a lather

be in a lather

To be very nervous, distressed, or upset. Sam is in a lather because she doesn't think her job interview went well. I told mom that we'll get there on time, but she's still in a lather about us leaving behind schedule.
See also: lather
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • in a lather
  • lather
  • get in(to) a lather
  • get into a lather
  • work (oneself) into a lather
  • work oneself into a lather
  • twit
  • in a twit
  • work (oneself) up into a lather
  • work oneself up into a lather