A thought just occurred:

[shortylickens]

When you're in prison "poke the bear" has a completely different meaning.

 

[nakedfrog]

Some days, the bear... well, he pokes you.

 

[Red Squirrel]

Not only does it have a different meaning, but you become the bear.

 

[Captante]

A thought just occurred

And you expect me to believe this?

 

[Torn Mind]

When you're Montreal Canadiens fan, poke the bear refers to the annoying Bruins fans beating their chest at how mean and tough their team are and they'll win. Then they get disappointed when the hated Habs still wind up winning.

 

[Red Squirrel]

When you're Montreal Canadiens fan, poke the bear refers to the annoying Bruins fans beating their chest at how mean and tough their team are and they'll win. Then they get disappointed when the hated Habs still wind up winning.

Hahaha reminds me of this classic: