1 C1 idiomatic slang
To behave in an erratic, paranoid, or agitated way, especially as a result of stimulant drug use. (American slang)
"He tweaked out in the middle of the night and started rearranging all the furniture."
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tweak out
C1 slang inseparable intransitive
Slang: to behave in an erratic, paranoid, or frenzied way, often due to stimulant drug use.
In plain English
Act crazy or very hyper, especially because of drugs.
What does "tweak out" mean?
2 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.
2 C1 idiomatic slang
More broadly, to become intensely focused or obsessed with a task, especially to the point of erratic behavior.
"She tweaked out over every tiny detail of the wedding arrangements."
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Usage tip
American slang strongly associated with methamphetamine use. Can be used informally to describe any kind of hyperactive or obsessive behavior, even without a drug connection in very casual speech. Not appropriate in formal or professional settings.
Words that pair with "tweak out"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
completely badly last night after that coffee
How to conjugate "tweak out"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
tweak out
I/you/we/they
3rd person
tweaks out
he/she/it
Past simple
tweaked out
yesterday
Past participle
tweaked out
have + pp
-ing form
tweaking out
continuous
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