That noisy neighbor is a constant thorn in the flesh.
thorn in the flesh
idiomA persistent difficulty or something very annoying that will not go away.
Origin
disputed originWith reference to the Bible 2nd Epistle of Paul to the Corinthians, chapter 12, verse 7. 2 Corinthians 12.7
The broken printer has been a thorn in the flesh for the entire office staff this week.
The persistent legal dispute remained a thorn in the flesh for the company, hindering their progress and draining their resources for several years.
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become one flesh
To join together in marriage; to develop a unifying bond as a result of marrying.
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exchange flesh
To engage in sexual intercourse.
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flesh one's maiden sword
To experience or succeed in combat or struggle for the first time, as in the military or in politics.
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flesh out
To complete; to create details from a basic outline, structure, or skeleton.
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neither fish, flesh, nor good red herring
Synonym of neither fish nor fowl (“not easily categorized; not rightly belonging or fitting well in a given group or situation; also, not having the advantages of the various options”).
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one flesh
Two people united by marriage.
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pound of flesh
Something which is owed and which will be hurtful or difficult to provide; a debt owed to someone who is merciless and demanding.
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press the flesh
To shake hands and socialize, especially in a political gathering.