[Migraine]

alliance commanders appeared to be chafing at the bit
Is it my imagination, or are metaphors being mixed here? A mixed metaphor always sticks in my claw.

You're absolutely right. Puts a burr in my bonnet, too.

[WRhine]

You're absolutely right. Puts a burr in my bonnet, too.

I believe that's a burr in my spur. Or is it a thorn in my saddle? I don't know. Forget it.