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Bare your teeth

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Non-literal MeaningPlay
This phrase often describes showing anger without real teeth. SlideWhen I refused to do my chores, I bared my teeth, but Mom wasn't scared.
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Used to intensify how fierce someone's anger or aggression is. SlideHe disagreed violently, baring his teeth at every argument.
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Cultural InterpretationPlay
In some cultures, showing teeth is rude or aggressive, this phrase reflects that. SlideIn the meeting, she bared her teeth, shocking her polite colleagues.