get (one's) panties in a bunch

get (one's) panties in a bunch

To become overly upset or emotional over something, especially that which is trivial or unimportant. Primarily heard in US, South Africa. Ah, don't get your panties in a bunch, I'll have the car back by tomorrow morning! In my opinion, people are getting their panties in a bunch over this election.
See also: bunch, get, panties
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • get (one's) panties in a knot
  • get (one's) panties in a twist
  • get (one's) shorts in a knot
  • panties
  • don't get your panties in a bunch
  • get (one's) knickers in a knot
  • get (one's) knickers in a twist
  • get your knickers in a twist
  • get/have your knickers in a twist
  • get (one's) panties in a wad