a shiver runs/goes down (one's) spine
a shiver runs/goes down (one's) spine
A shudder is felt down one's back, due to either fear, anticipation, nervousness, or excitement. A shiver runs down my spine every time I walk by that creepy old house. I felt a shiver go down my spine at the thought of my exam tomorrow.
See also: down, goes, run, shiver, spine
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
a ˈshiver runs/goes down somebody’s spine
,send a ˈshiver up/down somebody’s spine
feel, or make somebody feel, excitement or anxiety: This piece of music sends shivers down my spine. When I heard all those people shouting and screaming, a shiver ran down my spine.See also: down, goes, run, shiver, spine
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
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- a chill runs/goes down somebody's spine
- a shiver down (one's) spine
- come a gutser
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