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
What one wants is something to set one's teeth in.
From A Writer's Recollections — Volume 2 by Ward, Humphry, Mrs.
Yes, and pink sweet peas beside them, to set one's teeth on edge.
From Strawberry Acres by Richmond, Grace S. (Grace Smith)
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.
"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
