Meaning of 'Hit a nerve'
What does the saying 'Hit a nerve' mean?
Idiom: Hit a nerve
Meaning:
If something hits a nerve, it upsets someone or causes them pain, often when it is something they are trying to hide.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Body and bodily functions |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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