Meaning of 'under my skin'

[Juan Carlos]

Test No. express/inter-10 "Under my Skin", question 3

There's something about him I just can't stand and he really gets under my skin.

(a) pushes me
(b) presses me
(c) treats me
(d) annoys me

Test No. express/inter-10 "Under my Skin", answer 3

There's something about him I just can't stand and he really annoys me.

Correct answer: (d) annoys me
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What does under my skin mean?

[Alan]

Hi Juan Carlos,

This expression means irritate/annoy. It means that the person gets on your nerves and you feel uncomfortable every time you meet them or see them because there is something in their personality that makes you irritated.

Alan
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