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Wring somebody’s neck

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Metaphoric Anger

The phrase is often used to express extreme frustration, not actual violence.

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Every time you forget your keys, I could wring your neck!
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Emotional Context

It conveys annoyance but can be used humorously among friends.

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You ate the last cookie? I'm going to wring your neck!
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Not Literal

Rarely does someone mean they will physically hurt someone; it's hyperbole.

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If he bails on us again, I might just wring his neck!
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