(as) cross as a bear



(as) cross as a bear

Exceptionally irritable, annoyed, or grumpy. John is always cross as a bear first thing in the morning; it's best not to even talk to him until he's had his coffee. Janet was as cross as a bear when she found out she had missed her connecting flight.
See also: bear, cross

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Theodoulos-Ancient Greek
IngemarING-e-mahrSwedish
Honorine-French
Felizitasfe-LEE-tsee-tahsGerman
Clitus-Ancient Greek (Latinized)
Benediktabe-ne-DIK-tahGerman