The constant dripping sound is like Chinese water torture.
Chinese water torture
idiomAny repeated irritation that builds to deliver cumulative damage.
Listening to my neighbor's loud music every single night feels like Chinese water torture.
The relentless, repetitive nature of the bureaucratic process became a form of Chinese water torture that slowly eroded his resolve.
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blood in the water
In a competitive situation, the exhibition of apparent weakness or vulnerability by one party, especially when this leads to a feeling of vulnerability or greater pressure to perform on the part of the weak party, or enhanced expectation of victory by the others.
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blood is thicker than water
Family relations and loyalties are stronger than relationships with people who are not family members.
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blow out of the water
To trounce; to defeat thoroughly, as at a game or in battle.
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carbonated water
Water that contains carbon dioxide dissolved in it under pressure and is intended for drinking.
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carry someone's water
To do someone's bidding; to serve someone's interests.
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carry water for
To perform menial tasks for; to serve; to assist; to be forced by politics or pragmatism to endorse or promote a belief, individual, or organization that in reality one does not fully support.
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Chinese compliment
A pretense of deference; a veiled or subtle insult.
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Chinese green
Synonym of lokao.