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Sam
What is the meaning of "set one’s teeth on edge"? Can you give me some examples?
Aug 21, 2011 6:52 AM
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It's anything distasteful which makes you react by putting the edges of of your teeth together. Like this!
http://mychinaconnection.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/set-ones-teeth-on-edge-150x150.jpg
August 21, 2011
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Something that irritates you can be said to "set your teeth on edge". It is a strong statement and indicates distaste.
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Chinese (Mandarin), English
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