get under one's skin

Example Sentences

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Rather than denying a sensationalized comment meant to get under one’s skin, her response was to acknowledge that some people might engage in behavior much different from mine.

From Slate • Sep. 13, 2024

I appreciate the article's shout-out to Rachel Getting Married - a film that manages to get under one's skin in surprising and poignant ways, especially after multiple viewings.

From New York Times • Apr. 26, 2017

At the reception, Allen explained that he had originally set the piece up in his home to test whether it could both get under one’s skin and also fade into the background.

From New York Times • Apr. 23, 2011