"cheese with that whine" meaning in English

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Noun

Etymology: A pun on whine and wine (traditionally served with cheese); popularised by Phil McGraw ("Dr. Phil"), American TV psychologist. Etymology templates: {{m|en|whine}} whine, {{m|en|wine}} wine Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} cheese with that whine (uncountable)
  1. (humorous) Offered to somebody who is perceived to be complaining too much. Wikipedia link: Phil McGraw Tags: humorous, uncountable Synonyms: cheese with your wine
    Sense id: en-cheese_with_that_whine-en-noun-JFiQQhpp Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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