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have a chip on your shoulder

Idiom Anger and Frustration

Meaning

to be angry or resentful about something from the past

Example Sentences

"He has a chip on his shoulder about being rejected."

Related Expressions

take pride in yourself

to feel proud of who you are or what you do

moonlight as

to work at a second job, especially secretly or part-time

hit below the belt

to act unfairly or say something hurtful

tie up loose ends

to complete the remaining small tasks of a project

diplomatic immunity

legal protection given to diplomats from prosecution

make up with someone

to become friends again after a disagreement