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Make somebody’s toes curl

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Negative Reaction

Used to express extreme aversion or revulsion towards something.

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The thought of eating insects makes my toes curl.
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Intensity Matters

The phrase often implies an intense reaction, not just a mild dislike.

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Watching that horror movie made my toes curl; it was so gruesome!
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Not Always Literal

The phrase is usually figurative; actual toe curling might not occur.

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His account of the accident was so graphic, it made my toes curl.
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