How to pronounce “poke the bear”

Meaning

• [Verb]
• (US, idiomatic) To deliberately aggravate somebody, especially somebody in a position of power or authority.
• (slang, idiomatic) To deliberately anger Russia or the Russian government.

Practice Nearby Words

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Similar Sounds

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