like mad
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You probably think the stock market has been wrenching up and down like mad since the Iran war started at the end of February.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
“I love you, I’ll miss you like mad and I’m sorry for the inconvenience x,” the 35-year-old balladeer wrote in the post’s caption.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2024
Mahomes celebrated winning by sprinting like mad into the end zone.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 11, 2024
They really are out there coming up with the dishes on the fly, running around the kitchen like mad and the sweat you see is real.
From Salon • May 12, 2023
Without another word, Prosper stuffed Hornet's note into his pocket and started rummaging like mad through the pillows.
From "The Thief Lord" by Cornelia Funke
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