vexing

adjective

vex·ing ˈvek-siŋ

Synonyms of vexing next

: causing or likely to cause vexation : vexatious

a vexing problem

vexingly adverb

Examples of vexing in a Sentence

the constantly changing schedule was somewhat vexing, but I coped

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Biotech could be a proving ground for the practicality of quantum computing, which some skeptics say has been hyped, like AI. Making drugs faster and cheaper with quantum computers could solve one of pharma's most vexing problems and simplify a process that now can take decades and cost billions. —

Alison Snyder, Axios, 2 Jan. 2025 In a vexing twist, Mr. Maddox was simultaneously elected — by a greater margin — as his lieutenant governor, and the two were largely at war for the next four years. —

Bill Marsh, New York Times, 31 Dec. 2024 One of the most vexing and most common problems is logging into accounts in a way that's both secure and reliable. —

Dan Goodin, Ars Technica, 30 Dec. 2024 This colorful and fun pocket-sized AI companion promised to do everything, from ordering an Uber to answering all your vexing questions. —

Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 27 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for vexing