Get on somebody’s nerves

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verb phrase

To annoy or irritate someone.

Your constant humming is getting on my nerves.
Visual representation of "get on somebody’s nerves" - To annoy or irritate someone

Often appears as...

  • stop getting on my nerves
  • she gets on his nerves

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Emotional Weight

The phrase can express strong annoyance, often used for repeated actions or habits.

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Her loud typing has really started to get on my nerves.
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Casual Context

This phrase is casual and might be inappropriate in formal contexts like business meetings.

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I wouldn't say my coworker's lateness gets on my nerves during a formal review.
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Personal Sensitivity

Using this phrase suggests a personal limit has been reached, rather than just casual annoyance.

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Can you please stop whistling? It's getting on my nerves.
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