push somebody’s buttons

成語所屬單字button

push somebody’s buttons — 慣用語

1. To cause a strong emotional reaction in someone, often intentionally.

1.慣用語
釋義

觸動某人的情緒

To cause a strong emotional reaction in someone, often intentionally.

例句

Diego knows exactly how to push his sister's buttons.

Don't let him push your buttons; just stay calm.