to bridle
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- verb
- /ˈbraɪdəl/
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- Do not all reasonable people feel we have been ignored for many years and are now being oppressed through taxation and vile regulations that bridle business and the human condition?
- bridle a little
And again, you know, certain groups will bridle at this, but there are violent lesbians out there who will attack women.
- And again, you know, certain groups will bridle at this, but there are violent lesbians out there who will attack women.
Examples
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She bridled at the criticism of her artwork, feeling that her efforts deserved more recognition.
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Of course, many thoughtful environmentalists bridle at such proposals.
Academic text (1993) -
Not when he leered at some of the more attractive patrons, causing them to bridle, complain, and swear never to set foot on La Demoiselle again.
Fiction book (1992) -
After hearing the rude comment, he immediately bridled, his face reddening with indignation.
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The teacher bridled when the student interrupted her mid-sentence, clearly offended by the lack of respect.
Synonyms
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To react with sudden anger or offense
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7.4
Show sudden anger or annoyance because of something someone says
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8.4
To feel offended when someone says or does something you dislike
To react angrily and show offended pride when criticized
Show sudden anger, often by becoming tense in the face or voice
To suddenly become very angry
Get very angry or upset about small things
To suddenly become very angry or upset and act childishly
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Etymology
A helpful way to remember the verb bridle meaning 'to take offense' is to imagine a horse that suddenly lifts its head when it feels the bridle, because people do the same when they are angry or proud. So to 'bridle' is to show quick anger or pull back in offense, like a horse reacting to being held back.