put (one's) nose (in) where it's not wanted

put (one's) nose (in) where it's not wanted

To involve oneself in an intrusive or nosy manner into something that is not one's business or responsibility. I wish my neighbors would quit putting their noses in where it's not wanted and just leave us alone! Don't put your nose where it's not wanted, Jim—your brother can manage well enough on his own.

See also: nose, not, put, want

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put one’s nose in

verb

See put one’s nose in where it’s not wanted

See also: nose, put

put one’s nose in (where it’s not wanted)

and stick one’s nose in (where it’s not wanted)

tv. to interfere in someone else’s business. Why do you always have to stick your nose in? Stop putting your nose in where it’s not wanted!

See also: nose, not, put, want

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