set one's teeth
Example Sentences
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It was a noise that set one’s teeth on edge and bristled the hair at the back of one’s neck.
From "1984" by George Orwell
They say he will be here in the summer, and one will have to set one's teeth and shake hands with him.
From Helbeck of Bannisdale — Volume I by Ward, Humphry, Mrs.
It is possible to have a table spread with all that is needful, and yet to set one's teeth, and lock one's lips, and receive no strength and no gladness from the rich provision.
From Expositions of Holy Scripture Psalms by Maclaren, Alexander
"Do let us leave this hideous edifice," she said; "there are things here that set one's teeth on edge."
From Roderick Hudson by James, Henry
Half a dozen musicians at the further end were making unearthly discords: shrieking and wailing instruments set one's teeth on edge and went down one's back like cold water.
From Glories of Spain by Wood, Charles W. (William)
