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The phrase "crazy as a Betsy bug" is believed to have originated in the Southern United States, particularly in the 19th century. It refers to the erratic behavior of the Betsy bug, which is a colloquial term for the boxelder bug. The expression captures the unpredictability and seemingly irrational actions associated with these insects, leading to its use as a colorful idiom for eccentricity or madness.

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