Jisho

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うえ
Expressions (phrases, clauses, etc.)
1. a thorn in one's side; a pain in the butt (often someone higher in rank, ability, etc.); a person standing in one's way; a superior who obstructs one's freedom of actionSee also 目の上のこぶ
Other forms
目の上のたん瘤 【めのうえのたんこぶ】

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