Frost
Frost verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.
Usage example: it was the salesclerk's high-handed rudeness that really frosted me
Grate
Grate verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.
Usage example: unintentionally or not, you say rude things that grate people
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