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out of one's skin en · ADP

Meanings

1. (figuratively) Conveying the idea that somebody is terrified.
   • I jumped out of my skin when the doorbell rang.
   • I thought I was alone in the house, so his sudden appearance frightened me out of my skin.
2. (figuratively) Very well (particularly, better than expected).
   • Shannon Campbell played out of her skin to claim the award for best on ground.