dogs bark

English

Phrase

dogs bark (present participle dogs are barking)

1. Feet hurt (are achy or in pain; usually from a lot of walking or other exertion).

   A busy shift with no chance to sit down even once. My dogs are barking!

   A busy shift with no chance to sit down even once. Boy are my dogs barking!

Usage notes

• Used after my, his, her, etc.

Related terms

• dogged
• dog-tired