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rub someone the wrong way

RUB SUM-wun the RONG WAY

rʌb ˈsʌmwʌn ðə rɒŋ weɪ

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rubsomeonethewrongway

Dictionary meaning

irritate or annoy someone; cause displeasure or antagonism

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