Meaning: to cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness in
to feel anger and irritation
The ongoing roadwork has begun to rankle local owners who worry that the closed-off streets are hurting their businesses.
The fact the plane is leaving two hours late is certainly going to rankle the passengers.
When the prince decided to date a commoner, he knew his romantic choice would rankle his parents.
Releasing the killer from prison is sure to rankle the victim’s family.
If I tell my husband how much money I spent at the store, I am certain the figure will rankle him.
Your open invitation to pray will undoubtedly rankle the atheists in the room.
Even though Jimmy was upset with his wife, he did not allow his anger to rankle and influence his entire day.
The plan to tear down the historical church and build a strip mall is going to rankle all the religious activists in the community.
According to the media, the current poll results are going to rankle the politician who appears to be losing his political seat.
The boy’s lazy behavior began to rankle his parents.
Because Heather is already stressed, it will not take much to rankle her and worsen her mood.
The lazy behaviour of the students began to rankle their teacher.
Lack of hard work and self-reliance may well rankle any employer.
The bad news will rankle him.
It doesn't take much to rankle my boyfriend when it comes to fashion.
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