{v. phr.}, {slang} To become very much frightened; nervous or excited, especially at a time of danger or worry. * /John thought he saw a ghost and pushed the panic button./ * /Keep cool; don't hit the panic button!/ Syn.: LOSE ONE'S HEAD.
PUSH THE PANIC BUTTON
Meaning of PUSH THE PANIC BUTTON in English
Dictionary of English idioms . Словарь английских идиом. 2012