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a hit dog will holler

Phrase CEFR C2

Definitions

An offended or defensive response to a statement suggests that the statement applies to the person complaining.

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CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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See also

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