To set the teeth on edge

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	to cause a disagreeable tingling sensation in the teeth, as by bringing acids into contact with them.
	to produce a disagreeable or unpleasant sensation; to annoy or repel; - often used of sounds; as, the screeching of of the subway train wheels sets my teeth on edge. - Bacon.

See also: Edge Edge

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