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generally they are very malicious people, they do it to cause excrutiating pain for the recipient If you mean literally, then this would be a form of torture. Metaphorically, it means you have already caused someone pain, anxiety, or discomfort and then do something to make it worse.
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Rubbing salt into wounds is a metaphorical expression that means intentionally adding insult to injury or making a bad situation even worse. It describes the act of intentionally saying or doing something that will cause further pain, embarrassment, or discomfort to a person who is already going through a difficult time. It is often done out of spite, to inflict additional harm, or to amplify someone's suffering.
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Is raw salt good for healing wounds?
no mix it with a little water but not alot then stir it and take a cloth or cottonball and rub it on
How do you get rid of major back acne and it's scars?
Rub lots of salt mixed with vinegar onto the wounds and then dress it tightly.
What does the phrase ''rub salt in an open wound'' mean?
To make an injury or insult worse, like how salt hurts open wounds. Have you ever cut your anything and walked into the ocean?
What did people use before a refrigerator?
for meat they would salt cure it.....basically just rub salt on it
Is salt the wounds a satanist band?
No, Salt the Wound is not a Satanic band.
How can malunggay cure wounds?
Yes it can. Malunggay is also called Mother's Best Friend (M.B.F.)
What are some examples of friction?
When you fall on the ground and you get a wounds or when you rub your hands together you get heat.
Is sodium an antibaterial ingredient?
Yes, infact many people use salt water to disinfect sores and open wounds.
What are the release dates for Killer Kids - 2012 I Salt in the Wounds Redemption?
Killer Kids - 2012 I Salt in the Wounds Redemption was released on: USA: 26 November 2012
Ia a salt mouthwash harmful?
No, not at all. The salt can actually help wounds heal faster.
Is salt water good for shih-tzus?
For wounds yes, Salt Water is good for anything's wounds, people, animals, anything. Noticed how crocodiles and aligators don't get infections often? But if you're talking about drinking then no, drinking too much Salty Water can make anything sick.
What are the ratings and certificates for Bones - 2005 The Salt in the Wounds 4-16?
Bones - 2005 The Salt in the Wounds 4-16 is rated/received certificates of: Netherlands:12 USA:TV-14 (DLS)
