put your back up

The phrase "put your back up" typically means to become defensive, confrontational, or irritated in response to something that has been said or done. It can suggest a defensive posture or attitude to protect oneself or one's beliefs.

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English is confusing! Why do people say "Pardon my French" when they are speaking English? Because of idioms!

An idiom is a phrase or expression that usually presents a figurative, non-literal meaning attached to the phrase. Does that sound fun? It can be!

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