simple past tense and past participle of rub salt in the wound

present participle of rub salt in the wound

Close to; in proximity to. / In a state of relative unimportance when contrasted to the stature, notability, etc. of another.

(also figuratively) In correct proportion relative to other objects, contexts, etc.

To analyze one's thoughts and emotions with a view to self-improvement.

(informal, humorous) I have finished.

(chiefly US, law) At the beginning, as a preliminary matter; specifically, before a particular procedure or proceeding takes place.

(chiefly US, law) A motion made at the start of a trial requesting that the judge rule that certain evidence may not be introduced in a trial; most common in criminal trials where evidence is subject to constitutional limitations, such as statements made without Miranda warnings.

Misunderstanding or mishearing of like a bull in a china shop. / (simile) mundane

A village in Pool parish, Metropolitan Borough of Leeds, West Yorkshire, England (OS grid ref SE2445).