up in arms

to be in an extremely angry or agitated state
"My father was up in arms when he found out my sister became pregnant before she got married."
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up in arms

The teachers were up in arms over the scandal.
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Take up arms

(v.) to arm oneself or a group to attack a force.
The militia took up arms against the invaders.
by Kung-Fu Jesus May 03, 2004
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