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one's nose in the air
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a type of unfriendly behavior that is meant to show that one is better than other people
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Disapproving
Idiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "one's nose in the air" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "one's nose in the air" comes from the visual image of a person tilting their head back slightly, raising their nose in a superior manner. This idiom is commonly used in casual situations to describe someone's behavior and attitude, particularly when they look down on others.
Examples
She walked past us with her nose in the air and didn't even say hello.
