red rag

Example Sentences

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As yields act as a red rag on both sides of the Atlantic, it will be tough for the market to carry on charging higher.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

“Azov was like a red rag for them,” he said.

From New York Times • Jun. 20, 2023

Such an agreement would be far simpler, limited largely to tariff reduction, and would not be known as “TTIP”, a red rag to anti-globalisation protesters.

From Reuters • May 16, 2018

If someone lies to me, it’s a red rag to a bull.

From The Guardian • Jul. 18, 2015

Enrique waits until traffic is clear, then waves his red rag and guides her out.

From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario