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A pulga atrás da orelha

phrase idiomatic expressions

LanguagePortuguese (Portugal)

Meaning
  1. The flea behind the ear (to be suspicious)
  2. This expression describes the feeling of unease or doubt that arises when someone suspects that something is wrong or hidden.
Examples

Fiquei com A pulga atrás da orelha depois daquela conversa.

I was left with a suspicion after that conversation.

A notícia deixou todo mundo com A pulga atrás da orelha.

The news left everyone feeling suspicious.

Registerinformal

Usage noteIt is used figuratively in conversations to indicate that you are feeling wary or skeptical about a specific situation.

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