| Idiom | Set Your Teeth on Edge |
|---|---|
| Example | When my grandfather listens to the governor talk about the economy, it sets his teeth on edge. |
| Meaning | to cause annoyance or discomfort to someone |
| Origin | You can find this saying in several places in the Bible. Have you ever bitten on a piece of tinfoil? Did someone ever scratch his or her fingernails on the chalkboard while you were close by? You probably felt a sharp, shuddering feeling that made you gnash your teeth together. |
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