you get on my wick

The phrase "you get on my wick" is an informal expression used to convey annoyance or irritation towards someone or something. It suggests that the behavior or actions of the person in question are frustrating or bothersome. The phrase originates from the concept of a wick being the part of a candle that burns, implying that the person's actions are irritating and gradually wearing down one's patience, similar to a slowly burning candle wick.