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Sick to the back teeth Meaning in English

expression

SIK tuh thuh BAK TEETH
SIK too thuh BAK TEETH

Definition

Extremely fed up, annoyed, or tired of something or someone after too much of it.

Usage & Nuances

This is a strongly informal British expression for extreme frustration or irritation. Often used with 'I'm' or 'We're' in everyday speech. It's more colorful than simply 'tired of' and implies you can't take any more.

Example Sentences

I'm sick to the back teeth of cleaning up after everyone.

basic

She is sick to the back teeth of his excuses.

basic

We are sick to the back teeth of this rain.

basic

Honestly, I'm sick to the back teeth of hearing the same story every day.

natural

We're sick to the back teeth of waiting for the bus; it never comes on time.

natural

If you don't change, people will get sick to the back teeth of your attitude.

natural