Bristle and Flare up

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Bristle

Bristle verb - To express one's anger usually violently.

Usage example: the man bristled at the accusation, and threatened to file a lawsuit

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Flare up is a synonym for bristle in upset topic. In some cases you can use "Flare up" instead a verb "Bristle", when it comes to topics like rise, excited, feelings, be angry.

Nearby Words: bristly, bristling, bristled

Flare up

Flare up verb - To become very angry.

Usage example: naturally I flared up when he insulted my girlfriend

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Bristle is a synonym for flare up. You can use "Bristle" instead a verb "Flare up".

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