red rag
The term "red rag" is commonly used to describe something that provokes strong anger or annoyance, drawing an analogy to the red cloth used in bullfighting to incite a bull.
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Definition
B2General
(figurative, informal)An object or action that provokes intense anger or irritation.
Example
- Bringing up politics at the dinner table was like waving a red rag in front of him.
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