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Kotomora

横よこ紙がみ破やぶり

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Meanings

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noun

acting illogically; being unreasonable; perverse obstinacy

Describes stubborn, illogical behavior that goes against common sense or social norms. Often used in the phrase 横紙破りな態度 or similar constructions. The image is of tearing paper sideways against the grain, suggesting willful contrariness.