get a rise out of
Example Sentences
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But whether that’s a contributing factor or not, it does seem he’s getting more frantic to do whatever it takes to get a rise out of people.
From Salon • Dec. 5, 2025
He even managed to get a rise out of mild-mannered Presiding Officer Alison Johnstone, who recently kicked him out of the chamber for heckling.
From BBC • Sep. 19, 2025
Rarely if ever does one get the sense that they’re engaging in shtick to get a rise out of theatergoers.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 15, 2024
He was fond of saying things that seemed intended to get a rise out of people.
From Washington Post • Apr. 26, 2023
I’ll bet I could get a rise out of Finny with— Dr. Stanpole was fairly gabby too.
From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles
