What does "Panic attack" mean?

sudden episode of intense fear or anxiety

Synonym: anxiety attack, fear episode Opposite: calmness, peace

"Panic attack" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

Lily's having a baby and I'm having a panic attack.

— How I Met Your Mother S6E12

And if you told me yesterday everything that was gonna go wrong, I would have had a panic attack that sent me into the ER.

— Brooklyn Nine-Nine S5E22

Panic attacks stayed.

— Euphoria S1E1

she'll have a major panic attack if they don't check on her at least once an hour.

— Grey's Anatomy S2E15

It's perfectly natural to have a panic attack before making a big life decision.

— Modern Family S4E17

Winston, I think you're having a panic attack.

— New Girl S2E10

My merger-- your panic attack.

— Suits S2E1

I'm having a panic attack.

— The Big Bang Theory S1E3

"Panic attack" in TV shows & movies

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