to become angry · to get irritated or annoyed
This expression is perfect when someone or something makes you feel irritated or angry, like a cat whose fur stands on end! 😼 It's often used when you react strongly to something that rubs you the wrong way.
💡 **Fun Fact!** 'Hackles' refers to the hairs on the back of an animal's neck that stand up when it's angry or alarmed. So, when your 'hackles go up,' you're reacting like an agitated animal! 🐾 Try to keep your hackles down when someone says something silly! 😉
Your friend tells you that someone at work keeps making rude comments about your efforts. Which English expression describes how you feel? A. to be over the moon B. to get one's hackles up C. to be cool as a cucumber