B2 — Upper Intermediate💼 Work & Money
Avere il dente avvelenato
To bear a grudge
Literal Translation
"To have a poisoned tooth"
What it means
To hold a grievance against a business partner or employer
Example in context
"Da quando non ha ottenuto la promozione, ha il dente avvelenato col capo."
"Since he didn't get the promotion, he has been bearing a grudge against the boss."
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