all over someone like a rash
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Giving someone an excessive amount of attention, especially romantic or sexual attention.
Register: colloquial
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
“Do ya want some grub? I suppose I betta feed ya,” said the vile woman. “If ya starve to death I’ll have social services all over me like a bleedin’ rash.”
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “all over someone like a rash” mean?
Giving someone an excessive amount of attention, especially romantic or sexual attention.
Is “all over someone like a rash” formal or informal?
all over someone like a rash is generally colloquial.