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- verb idiomatic To make a
remark or perform adeed which produces a strong response, especially anemotional response such asanxiety orannoyance , because it calls to mind something which has been a source ofconcern orembarrassment .
Etymologies
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An allusion to the sharp sensation felt when a dentist or surgeon physically disturbs an exposed nerve.
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