Press (someone's) buttons In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "press (someone's) buttons", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Katie Anh calendar 2022-08-09 01:08

Meaning of Press (someone's) buttons

Press (someone's) buttons spoken language verb phrase

To do something that makes someone react in an intensely emotional way.

I hate John. He always tries to press my buttons with his pranks.

These mischievous kids press my buttons.

Have someone pressed your buttons? You look so angry now.

To make someone sexually attracted.

She pressed my buttons in that sexy dress.

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Grammar and Usage of Press (someone's) buttons

Verb Forms

  • press (someone's) buttons
  • presses (someone's) buttons
  • pressing (someone's) buttons
  • pressed (someone's) buttons
The verb should be conjugated with its tense.
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