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[impulsereader]

Would someone please Britishize this for me? I don't think the imagery is right for John.

Simon was so angry that he very inadvisably dropped his (bloody gorgeous antique [the complete and utter tosser]) rifle in a fit of temper, then began to screech and hop around like a jackrabbit in heat. John didn’t even register the report of the gun going off until after he’d begun this bizarre and fascinating behaviour.

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[impulsereader.livejournal.com]

The whole phrase sounds too american. I was hoping there's a completely alternate British image which I could substitute. I'm also a bit fussed because I'm not sure if rabbits of any sort go into heat. I suppose I should just google that to satisfy my curiosity.

[northernwalker]

They do have a breeding season in spring. It's supposedly where the phrase, "Mad as a March hare" comes from.

[impulsereader.livejournal.com]

Ah, that makes sense. Now that I think about it we always had to scout for nests in the spring to keep from mowing them out of existence.

[mizz-history.livejournal.com]

Mad as a March hare is well-used here.

[impulsereader.livejournal.com]

so if all else fails, I can have Simon screech and hop about, looking mad as a March hare?

[mizz-history.livejournal.com]

Indeed :o)