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rub salt in the wound

idiom

To aggravate or exacerbate a physical or emotional injury.


Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    Attic salt

    Pointed and delicate wit.

  2. 02

    covenant of salt

    A long-lasting agreement.

  3. 03

    not worth salt

    Worthless.

  4. 04

    old salt

    A seasoned sailor, especially one who is hardy and forthright in manner.

  5. 05

    put a band-aid on a bullet wound

    To inadequately treat a serious situation.

  6. 06

    rub down

    To rub from top to bottom, e.g. for cleaning, stripping paint or massage.

  7. 07

    rub elbows

    To associate closely; to consort, mingle, or socialize.

  8. 08

    rub in

    To make a point in an irritatingly emphatic manner.

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