Meaning: To stand on end, like the hairs on an animal's back.
* The cat's fur bristled as it hissed at the dog.
* My skin bristled with goosebumps in the cold wind.
* She bristled with anger at his rude comment.
Meaning: To be covered with short, stiff hairs.
* The toothbrush had stiff bristles that cleaned effectively.
* The artist used a brush with coarse bristles to create a textured effect.
* The pig's bristles were used to make traditional brushes.
Meaning: To react with anger or resentment.
* He bristled at the suggestion that he was incompetent.
* The audience bristled at the speaker's offensive remarks.
* She bristled with indignation when she was accused of lying.