What is another word for scare the daylights out of?
Pronunciation: [skˈe͡ə ðə dˈe͡ɪla͡ɪts ˌa͡ʊtəv] (IPA) 
The phrase "scare the daylights out of" is a common expression used to describe a situation that has caused extreme fear or terror. However, there are a number of other phrases that can be used to convey a similar meaning. These include "frighten to death", "terrify", "petrify", "send shivers down one's spine", "give someone the creeps", or "make someone's hair stand on end". Each of these phrases can effectively convey the idea of extreme fear and can be used interchangeably with "scare the daylights out of" in conversation or writing.
