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noun
A humiliating insult or instance of bad treatment, especially when one is expecting friendship or in need of support; a sudden and unexpected setback; a strong rebuff.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: idiomatic
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Synonyms: slap in the face
Antonyms: none provided
History
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