nails on a chalkboard

Noun

Meaning

nails on a chalkboard (uncountable)

Something that sounds very unpleasant.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Examples

I hardly ever watch my own work. I just end up picking myself apart! I can't even stand to hear myself on voicemail. the sound of my own voice is like nails on a chalkboard. The same goes for my records. Grey DeLisle

In our society, the sound of men complaining is like nails on a chalkboard. Warren Farrell

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