English-Lithuanian translations for against the grain
Definition of against the grain
- Preventing a smooth, level surface from being formed by raising the nap#fabric direction|nap of the wood or causing larger splinters to form ahead of the cutting tool below the cutting surface
- Unwillingly, reluctantly; contrary to one's nature
Examples
- By going against the grain and going to work nude, youve made yourself a laughing stock.
- It went much against the grain with him
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