againstthegrain Perverse aversion to whisky Rub the wrong way Out of character Rebelliously, perhaps (and a hint to this puzzle's four theme answers) Reaper's path? Fighting convention Contrary to convention or norms Bad way to sand So as to annoy Possible title for this puzzle In an irritating manner Displeasing Contrary to one's nature Go ___ (irritate) Realignment of earth in gas giant is contrary to nature