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Try somebody’s patience

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Non-literal MeaningPlay
The phrase is not about literal 'trying' or 'patience' but expressing frustration over someone's actions. SlideWhen you ask me the same question multiple times, you really try my patience.
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Emotional ImpactPlay
Use it to convey feelings of irritation or being close to losing one's temper. SlideYour constant interruptions are trying my patience.
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It can indicate that someone's tolerance is being pushed to its limits. SlideShe tried my patience with her excuses until I couldn't take it anymore.