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come up with(verb, expression, plan, produce)
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cut to the quick(verb, expression, upset, bother)
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fan the fire(verb, expression, encourage, prompt)
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fan the flames(verb, expression, annoy, stimulate)
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find fault(expression, bother, annoy, irritate)
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get on one's nerves(verb, trouble, pain, feelings)
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get one going(verb, expression, encourage, excite)
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get one started(verb, expression, encourage, excite)
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get things rolling(verb, expression, make, open)
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get under one's skin(verb, trouble, pain, feelings)
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give a zinger(expression, upset, insult, offend)
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give offense(expression, pain, resentment)
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give one an idea(verb, expression, get, encourage)
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give the cold shoulder(expression, upset, insult, offend)
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hit where one lives(verb, expression, upset, trouble)
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include as guest(verb, expression, draw, lead)
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leave no stone unturned(expression, bother, annoy, harass)
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make a hit(expression, move, touch, influence)
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make an impression(expression, move, touch, influence)
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make mouth water(verb, expression, stimulate, excite)
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