Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stick-in-one's-craw
idiomatic expression
/ˈstɪk ɪn wʌnz krɔː/
Definition
To be unable to accept something; to be annoyed or offended by something.
Examples
- Even after all these years, the decision still sticks in her craw.
- His constant interruptions really stick in my craw.
- It’s hard for him to appreciate the changes; they just won’t stick in his craw.
Meaning
This phrase describes a feeling of discomfort or irritation that arises when someone cannot fully come to terms with a situation or an idea.
Synonyms
- Annoy
- Irk
- Displease
- Offend
