rub the wrong way
Example Sentences
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While it’s hard to argue with using one word instead of five, “robust” can still rub the wrong way.
From Forbes • Feb. 5, 2013
He put his hand on her head and gave it a slow little rub, the wrong way, but tenderly.
From Louisiana by Burnett, Frances Hodgson
I have no desire to rub the wrong way anyone who proves his true friendship by purchasing a copy of this Work.
From People You Know by Ade, George
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
