Meaning of the word "press/push someone's buttons" in English
What does "press/push someone's buttons" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
press/push someone's buttons
US /prɛs/pʊʃ ˈsʌm.wʌnz ˈbʌt.ənz/
UK /prɛs/pʊʃ ˈsʌm.wʌnz ˈbʌt.ənz/
Idiom
to annoy someone or make them angry, especially by doing or saying something that you know will have that effect
Example:
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He knows how to press all my buttons, especially when he talks about my messy room.
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My brother loves to push my buttons just to get a reaction.