A chip on your shoulder Meaning in English
expression
释义
An attitude where someone seems angry or upset because they feel wronged or treated unfairly, and they are ready to argue or take offense easily.
用法与细微差别
Informal and often describes people with lingering resentment or a sense of injustice, making them overly sensitive or quick to take offense. Commonly used in 'have a chip on your shoulder.' Not literal; don't confuse with physical meaning.
例句
He always acts like he has a chip on his shoulder.
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If you walk around with a chip on your shoulder, people may avoid you.
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She has a chip on her shoulder about not getting the promotion.
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Jake’s had a chip on his shoulder ever since he lost that game.
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Try not to carry a chip on your shoulder about what happened in the past.
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You could tell from his attitude that he had a chip on his shoulder.
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