drop (one's) teeth

drop (one's) teeth

To show surprise. I don't know why everyone dropped their teeth when they heard I got the promotion—I'm as qualified for it as anyone!See also: drop, teeth

drop one's teeth

Fig. to react with great surprise. I almost dropped my teeth when she told me her news. They dropped their teeth when I told them I was married.See also: drop, teeth

drop one’s teeth

tv. to react with great surprise. I almost dropped my teeth when she told me her news. See also: drop, teeth