Yes it is an epithet in that phrase because it is an insult.
The figurative language is a idiom. It means that it looks just like the person.
It's from the US Appalachian Mountains -- it means "just a little way." Think of the distance you can spit and that you can "holler" or yell. A "holler" also means a small valley, so it could mean "just the next valley" as well.
What do you think it means? What happens if you spit into the wind? Think about that, and imagine that instead of spit, you are ranting and raving and "spitting" anger or other emotions. You'd just end up with everything back in your own face.
Seriously? If you have to ask, I would have a hard time understanding why exactly. I mean when you spit in another's face it is the ultimate insult and an physical assault on one's person. It is a complete and utter lack of respect. It's a frail display of superiority but grossly offensive. When you spit into someone's face it's like saying that person is s**t without throwing a punch. It is also a show of weakness. Especially when someone does it an walks away. It is EXTREMELY disrespectful and looked on as 'assault' in most countries including the US.
impossible to find out the opposite of spit
The figurative language is a idiom. It means that it looks just like the person.
They only spit if you are teasing them by sticking your face close to them, or mistreating them in some way. This is seen as offensive and a challenge to a llama, and as a defense they will spit.
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If another passenger on public transportation has spit in your face, you should file a complaint with the company. Many companies have a process for handling such complaints.
"Spit and polish" is a phrase that originated in the military, particularly in reference to maintaining shiny boots through the application of spit (saliva) and polish. The phrase is used figuratively to describe attention to detail and meticulous care in presenting oneself or something in its best condition.
telling him straight to his face, he also spit on atticus's face
It's from the US Appalachian Mountains -- it means "just a little way." Think of the distance you can spit and that you can "holler" or yell. A "holler" also means a small valley, so it could mean "just the next valley" as well.
You can file assault charges in any state.
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